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How to get fromAlmaty to Burana Towerby train, car, or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Almaty to Burana Tower by train, car, or bus

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  1. Train, drive

    best
    1. Take the train from Almaty 2 to Otartrain train 077Т / ...
    2. Drive from Otar to Burana Towercar car
    5h 20m
    $20–116

  2. Bus, drive

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Akterekbus bus 235
    2. Drive from Akterek to Burana Towercar car
    4h 22m
    $16–24

  3. Drive  278.1 km

    1. Drive from Almaty to Burana Towercar car 278.1 km
    3h 27m
    $21–30

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  • Distance: 304.6 km
  • Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Almaty, Kazakhstan and Burana Tower, Kyrgyzstan?

There is no direct connection from Almaty to Burana Tower. However, you can take the train to Otar then drive to Burana Tower. Alternatively, you can drive from Almaty to Burana Tower in around 3h 27m.

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