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

The cheapest way to get from Almaty to Kurgan is to train which costs RUB 3000 - RUB 27000 and takes 27h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Almaty to Kurgan is to fly and train which takes 8h 32m and costs RUB 9000 - RUB 21000.

Is there a direct bus between Almaty and Kurgan?

No, there is no direct bus from Almaty station to Kurgan. However, there are services departing from Almaty Sayran Bus Station and arriving at Kurgan via Astana Saparzhai Bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Almaty and Kurgan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Almaty 2 and arriving at Kurgan. Services depart once a week, and operate Tuesday. The journey takes approximately 39h 29m.

How far is it from Almaty to Kurgan?

The distance between Almaty and Kurgan is 1813 km. The road distance is 1958.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Almaty to Kurgan without a car is to train which takes 27h 42m and costs RUB 3000 - RUB 27000.

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

It takes approximately 11h 4m to get from Almaty to Kurgan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Almaty to Kurgan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Almaty to Kurgan train from?

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

Train or bus from Almaty to Kurgan?

The best way to get from Almaty to Kurgan is to train which takes 27h 42m and costs RUB 3000 - RUB 27000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 34h 28m.

Where does the Almaty to Kurgan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Almaty to Kurgan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Almaty to Kurgan?

Yes, the driving distance between Almaty to Kurgan is 1958 km. It takes approximately 20h 14m to drive from Almaty to Kurgan.

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Fly to Kostanay Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Kostanay Airport (KSN)plane ALA - KSN
2. Take the bus from Kostanay Bus station to Kurganbus
11h 4m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Almaty 2 to Petropavlovsktrain 105Т
2. Take the train from Petropavlovsk to Kurgantrain 059Н / ...
27h 42m
₽2,999–26,509
Bus
1. Take the bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Saparzhai bus stationbus 205
2. Take the bus from Astana Saparzhai Bus station to Kurganbus 123
34h 28m
Drive 1,958.1 km
1. Drive from Almaty to Kurgancar 1,958.1 km
20h 14m
₽13,229–19,109
Fly to Petropavlosk South Airport, train
1. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Petropavlosk South Airport (PPK)plane ALA - PPK
2. Take the train from Petropavlovsk to Kurgantrain
8h 32m
₽8,981–20,772
Fly to Roshchino International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Roshchino International Airport (TJM)plane ALA - TJM
2. Take the bus from Tyumen Bus station to Kurganbus
14h 5m
₽10,825–43,081
Train via Smirnovo
1. Take the train from Almaty 2 to Smirnowotrain 015Т
2. Take the train from Smirnowo to Kurgantrain 083Ц
38h 33m
₽6,883–13,657
Train #2
1. Take the train from Almaty 2 to Kurgantrain 113Ц
39h 29m
₽13,000–26,000

Almaty to Kurgan by train

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27h 42mAverage Duration

₽2,999Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,813.3 km
Duration: 11h 4m

What companies run services between Almaty, Kazakhstan and Kurgan, Russia?

You can take a train from Almaty 2 to Kurgan via Petropavlovsk in around 27h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Kurgan via Astana Saparzhai Bus station in around 34h 28m.

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