What is the cheapest way to get from Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent?

The cheapest way to get from Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent is to train which costs $11 - $170 and takes 11h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent?

The fastest way to get from Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent is to fly which takes 3h and costs $40 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Almaty-1 Station and Shymkent?

No, there is no direct bus from Almaty-1 Station station to Shymkent station. However, there are services departing from Almaty Sayran Bus Station and arriving at Shymkent Samal Bus Station via Taraz bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Almaty-1 Station and Shymkent?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Almaty 2 and arriving at Shymkent. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 8m.

How far is it from Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent?

The distance between Almaty-1 Station and Shymkent is 649 km. The road distance is 671.6 km.

How do I travel from Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent without a car?

The best way to get from Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent without a car is to train which takes 11h 8m and costs $11 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent?

It takes approximately 3h to get from Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent bus from?

Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent bus services, operated by Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal, depart from Almaty Sayran Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent train from?

Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), depart from Almaty 2 station.

Train, bus or fly from Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent is to fly which takes 3h and costs $40 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $11 - $170 and takes 11h 8m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 13h 45m.

Where does the Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent bus arrive?

Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent bus services, operated by Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal, arrive at Taraz bus station.

Where does the Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent train arrive?

Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), arrive at Shymkent station.

Can I drive from Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent is 672 km. It takes approximately 8h 30m to drive from Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent.

How do I get a train ticket from Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent?

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Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane ALA - CIT
3h
$43–74
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Almaty 2 to Shymkenttrain 001Х / ...
11h 8m
$11–170
Bus
1. Take the bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Taraz bus stationbus 235
2. Take the bus from Taraz bus station to Shymkent Samal Bus Stationbus A600/3
13h 45m
Drive 671.6 km
1. Drive from Almaty-1 Station to Shymkentcar 671.6 km
8h 30m
$26–38

Almaty-1 Station to Shymkent by train

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Distance: 649.1 km
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Almaty-1 Station, Kazakhstan and Shymkent, Kazakhstan?

Flyr, SCAT, and two other airlines fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains) operates a train from Almaty 2 to Shymkent 3 times a day. Tickets cost $11–16 and the journey takes 11h 8m. Two other operators also service this route.

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