What is the cheapest way to get from Almaty to Central Asia?

The cheapest way to get from Almaty to Central Asia is to bus which costs $13 - $21 and takes 9h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Almaty to Central Asia?

The fastest way to get from Almaty to Central Asia is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 14m and costs $170 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Almaty and Central Asia?

No, there is no direct bus from Almaty station to Central Asia station. However, there are services departing from Almaty Sayran Bus Station and arriving at Taraz bus station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Almaty and Central Asia?

No, there is no direct train from Almaty to Central Asia. However, there are services departing from Almaty 2 and arriving at Taraz via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.

How far is it from Almaty to Central Asia?

The distance between Almaty and Central Asia is 523 km. The road distance is 468.4 km.

How do I travel from Almaty to Central Asia without a car?

The best way to get from Almaty to Central Asia without a car is to train which takes 7h 53m and costs $12 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Almaty to Central Asia?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Almaty to Central Asia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Almaty to Central Asia bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Almaty to Central Asia train from?

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

Train or bus from Almaty to Central Asia?

The best way to get from Almaty to Central Asia is to train which takes 7h 53m and costs $12 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $13 - $21 and takes 9h 24m.

Where does the Almaty to Central Asia bus arrive?

Almaty to Central Asia bus services, operated by Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal, arrive at Taraz bus station.

Where does the Almaty to Central Asia train arrive?

Almaty to Central Asia train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), arrive at Taraz station.

Can I drive from Almaty to Central Asia?

Yes, the driving distance between Almaty to Central Asia is 468 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Almaty to Central Asia.

Where can I stay near Central Asia?

There are 95+ hotels available in Central Asia.

Almaty to Central Asia - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Almaty to Central Asia by plane, taxi, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Taraz Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Taraz Airport (DMB)plane ALA - DMB
2. Take the taxi from Taraz Airport (DMB) to Central Asiataxi
3h 14m
$174–276
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Almaty 2 to Taraztrain 001Х / ...
7h 53m
$13–152
Bus
1. Take the bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Taraz bus stationbus 235
9h 24m
$14–20
Drive 468.4 km
1. Drive from Almaty to Central Asiacar 468.4 km
5h 27m
$19–27
Fly to Shymkent International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane ALA - CIT
2. Take the bus from Shymkent Samal Bus Station to Taraz bus stationbus
6h 24m
$50–84
Train via Kulan
1. Take the train from Almaty 2 to Turksibtrain 077Т / ...
2. Take the train from Turksib to Taraztrain 033Ц / ...
10h 59m
$18–239

Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Taraz Airport (DMB) flights

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Distance: 522.7 km
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Almaty, Kazakhstan and Central Asia, Jambyl Region, Kazakhstan?

Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains) operates a train from Almaty 2 to Taraz 3 times a day. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 7h 23m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal operates a bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Taraz bus station once daily. Tickets cost $10–16 and the journey takes 9h.

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