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

The cheapest way to get from Aktau to Turkistan is to train which costs $30 - $65 and takes 36h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aktau to Turkistan is to fly which takes 2h 59m and costs $160 - $310.

Is there a direct train between Aktau and Turkistan?

No, there is no direct train from Aktau to Turkistan. However, there are services departing from Mangystau and arriving at Turkestan via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 31m.

How far is it from Aktau to Turkistan?

The distance between Aktau and Turkistan is 1560 km. The road distance is 1795.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Aktau to Turkistan without a car is to train which takes 36h 31m and costs $30 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Aktau to Turkistan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aktau to Turkistan train from?

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

Train or fly from Aktau to Turkistan?

The best way to get from Aktau to Turkistan is to fly which takes 3h 16m and costs $95 - $250. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $65 and takes 36h 31m.

Where does the Aktau to Turkistan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aktau to Turkistan?

Yes, the driving distance between Aktau to Turkistan is 1796 km. It takes approximately 33h 42m to drive from Aktau to Turkistan.

Where can I stay near Turkistan?

There are 108+ hotels available in Turkistan.

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Fly to Shymkent International Airport
best
1. Fly from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane SCO - CIT
3h 16m
$97–245
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mangystau to Turkestantrain 077X
36h 31m
$31–63
Drive 1,795.8 km
1. Drive from Aktau to Turkestancar 1,795.8 km
33h 42m
$70–101
Fly to Tashkent International Airport
1. Fly from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Tashkent International Airport (TAS)plane SCO - TAS
5h 31m
$170–303
Fly to Turkistan
1. Fly from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Turkistan (HSA)plane SCO - HSA
2h 59m
$162–304

Aktau Airport (SCO) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) flights

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3h 2mAverage Duration

$79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,559.8 km
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Aktau, Kazakhstan and Turkistan, Kazakhstan?

Flyr, SCAT, and World Ticket fly from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Mangystau to Turkestan once daily. Tickets cost $25–55 and the journey takes 36h 8m.

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