What is the cheapest way to get from Aktau to Sochi?

The cheapest way to get from Aktau to Sochi is to train via Qaraqalpaqstan which costs RUB 6000 - RUB 12000 and takes 2 days 13h.

What is the fastest way to get from Aktau to Sochi?

The fastest way to get from Aktau to Sochi is to fly which takes 9h 46m and costs RUB 9500 - RUB 42000.

Is there a direct train between Aktau and Sochi?

No, there is no direct train from Aktau to Sochi. However, there are services departing from Mangystau and arriving at Sochi via Makat and Volgograd-1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 6h.

How far is it from Aktau to Sochi?

The distance between Aktau and Sochi is 952 km. The road distance is 2322.8 km.

How do I travel from Aktau to Sochi without a car?

The best way to get from Aktau to Sochi without a car is to train and bus which takes 45h 16m and costs RUB 10000 - RUB 18000.

How long does it take to get from Aktau to Sochi?

It takes approximately 9h 46m to get from Aktau to Sochi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aktau to Sochi train from?

Aktau to Sochi train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Mangystau station.

Train or fly from Aktau to Sochi?

The best way to get from Aktau to Sochi is to fly which takes 9h 46m and costs RUB 9500 - RUB 42000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 2 days 6h.

What is the time difference between Aktau and Sochi?

Sochi is 2h behind Aktau. It is currently 12:59 AM in Aktau and 10:59 PM in Sochi.

Where does the Aktau to Sochi train arrive?

Aktau to Sochi train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Makat station.

Can I drive from Aktau to Sochi?

Yes, the driving distance between Aktau to Sochi is 2323 km. It takes approximately 31h 31m to drive from Aktau to Sochi.

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Sochi International Airport (AER)plane SCO - AER
9h 46m
₽9,647–41,774
Train via Qaraqalpaqstan
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mangystau to Qaraqalpaqstantrain 649
2. Take the train from Qaraqalpaqstan to Volzhskytrain
3. Take the train from Volgograd-1 to Sochitrain
2d 13h
₽6,177–11,055
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mangystau to Makattrain
2. Take the train from Makat to Ganjuschkinotrain
3. Take the train from Ganjuschkino to Astrakhantrain
4. Take the bus from Astrakhan Bus station to Krasnodar-1 Bus stationbus
5. Take the bus from Krasnodar-1 Bus station to Sochi Bus stationbus
45h 16m
₽10,077–17,705
Drive 2,322.8 km
1. Drive from Aktau to Sochicar 2,322.8 km
31h 31m
₽15,651–22,606
Train
1. Take the train from Mangystau to Makattrain
2. Take the train from Makat to Volgograd-1train 329 / ...
3. Take the train from Volgograd-1 to Sochitrain
2d 6h

Aktau Airport (SCO) to Sochi International Airport (AER) flights

11Weekly Planes

11h 5mAverage Duration

₽7,797Cheapest Price

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Distance: 952.2 km
Duration: 9h 46m

What companies run services between Aktau, Kazakhstan and Sochi, Russia?

Red Wings, Ural Airlines, and five other airlines fly from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Sochi International Airport (AER) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Aktau to Sochi via Mangystau, Makat, and Volgograd-1 in around 2d 6h.

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