What is the cheapest way to get from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Shymkent?

The cheapest way to get from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Shymkent is to train which costs $11 - $180 and takes 13h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Shymkent?

The fastest way to get from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Shymkent is to fly which takes 3h 42m and costs $40 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Almaty Sayran Bus Station and Shymkent?

No, there is no direct bus from Almaty Sayran Bus 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 37m.

Is there a direct train between Almaty Sayran Bus Station and Shymkent?

No, there is no direct train from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Shymkent. However, there are services departing from Almaty 2 and arriving at Shymkent via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 5m.

How far is it from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Shymkent?

The distance between Almaty Sayran Bus Station and Shymkent is 660 km. The road distance is 664.7 km.

How do I travel from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Shymkent without a car?

The best way to get from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Shymkent without a car is to train which takes 13h 5m and costs $11 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Shymkent?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Shymkent bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Shymkent train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Shymkent is to fly which takes 3h 42m and costs $40 - $80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $11 - $180 and takes 13h 5m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 13h 37m.

Where does the Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Shymkent bus arrive?

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

Where does the Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Shymkent train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Shymkent is 665 km. It takes approximately 8h 24m to drive from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Shymkent.

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Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Shymkent - 5 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Almaty Sayran Bus 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 42m
$42–78
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Almaty 2 to Shymkenttrain 001Х / ...
13h 5m
$11–180
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 37m
Drive 664.7 km
1. Drive from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Shymkentcar 664.7 km
8h 24m
$26–38
Train via Tschemolgan
1. Take the train from Tschemolgan to Shymkenttrain 077Т / ...
17h 14m
$16–28

Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) flights

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Distance: 659.7 km
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Almaty Sayran Bus 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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