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

The cheapest way to get from Almaty to Kulan is to bus which costs $9 - $13 and takes 6h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Almaty to Kulan is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Almaty and Kulan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Almaty Sayran Bus Station station and arriving at Kulan. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Almaty and Kulan?

No, there is no direct train from Almaty to Kulan. However, there are services departing from Almaty 2 and arriving at Turksib via Chu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Almaty to Kulan?

The distance between Almaty and Kulan is 471 km. The road distance is 377 km.

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

The best way to get from Almaty to Kulan without a car is to bus which takes 6h 58m and costs $9 - $13.

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

The bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Kulan takes 6h 58m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Almaty to Kulan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Almaty to Kulan train from?

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

Train or bus from Almaty to Kulan?

The best way to get from Almaty to Kulan is to bus which takes 6h 58m and costs $9 - $13. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $11 - $230 and takes 7h.

Where does the Almaty to Kulan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Almaty to Kulan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Almaty to Kulan?

Yes, the driving distance between Almaty to Kulan is 377 km. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Almaty to Kulan.

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Kulanbus 235
6h 58m
$9–13
Train
1. Take the train from Almaty 2 to Chutrain 011Х / ...
2. Take the train from Chu to Turksibtrain 045Ц / ...
7h
$11–223
Drive 377 km
1. Drive from Almaty to Kulancar 377 km
4h 11m
$15–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Almaty to Kulantaxi 377 km
4h 11m
$120–150
Fly, train
1. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Taraz Airport (DMB)plane ALA - DMB
2. Take the train from Taraz to Turksibtrain
5h 39m
$177–404

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Distance: 471.4 km
Duration: 6h 58m

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

Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal operates a bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Kulan once daily. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 6h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Almaty 2 to Kulan via Chu and Turksib in around 7h.

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