What is the cheapest way to get from Almaty to Bishkek?

The cheapest way to get from Almaty to Bishkek is to bus which costs $7 - $11 and takes 4h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Almaty to Bishkek?

The fastest way to get from Almaty to Bishkek is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Almaty and Bishkek?

No, there is no direct bus from Almaty station to Bishkek. However, there are services departing from Almaty Sayran Bus Station and arriving at Bishkek Avtovokzal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Almaty and Bishkek?

No, there is no direct train from Almaty to Bishkek. However, there are services departing from Almaty 2 and arriving at Bischkek 2 via Chu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 30m.

How far is it from Almaty to Bishkek?

The distance between Almaty and Bishkek is 233 km. The road distance is 237.2 km.

How do I travel from Almaty to Bishkek without a car?

The best way to get from Almaty to Bishkek without a car is to bus which takes 4h 13m and costs $7 - $11.

How long does it take to get from Almaty to Bishkek?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Almaty to Bishkek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Almaty to Bishkek bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Almaty to Bishkek train from?

Almaty to Bishkek train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), depart from Almaty 2 station.

Train or bus from Almaty to Bishkek?

The best way to get from Almaty to Bishkek is to bus which takes 4h 13m and costs $7 - $11. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 12h 30m.

Where does the Almaty to Bishkek bus arrive?

Almaty to Bishkek bus services, operated by Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal, arrive at Bishkek Avtovokzal station.

What is the time difference between Almaty and Bishkek?

Bishkek is 1h ahead of Almaty. It is currently 1:30 PM in Almaty and 2:30 PM in Bishkek.

Where does the Almaty to Bishkek train arrive?

Almaty to Bishkek train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), arrive at Chu station.

Can I drive from Almaty to Bishkek?

Yes, the driving distance between Almaty to Bishkek is 237 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Almaty to Bishkek.

Where can I stay near Bishkek?

There are 999+ hotels available in Bishkek.

Almaty to Bishkek - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and towncar

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There are 4 ways to get from Almaty to Bishkek by bus, train, car, or towncar

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Bishkek Avtovokzalbus 701
4h 13m
$7–10
Train
1. Take the train from Almaty 2 to Chutrain 011Х / ...
2. Take the train from Chu to Bischkek 2train 406
12h 30m
Drive 237.2 km
1. Drive from Almaty to Bishkekcar 237.2 km
2h 57m
$18–26
Towncar
1. Take a town car from Almaty to Bishkektowncar 237.2 km
2h 57m
$67

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Distance: 233.2 km
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Almaty, Kazakhstan and Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan?

Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal operates a bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Bishkek Avtovokzal 5 times a day. Tickets cost $5–8 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Almaty 2 to Bischkek 2 via Chu in around 12h 30m.

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