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

The cheapest way to get from Almaty to Makhachkala is to train which costs RUB 10000 - RUB 19000 and takes 3 days 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Almaty to Makhachkala is to fly which takes 10h 36m and costs RUB 10000 - RUB 43000.

Is there a direct train between Almaty and Makhachkala?

No, there is no direct train from Almaty to Makhachkala. However, there are services departing from Almaty 2 and arriving at Mahachkala via Beineu, Ganjuschkino and Astrahan 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 2h.

How far is it from Almaty to Makhachkala?

The distance between Almaty and Makhachkala is 2411 km. The road distance is 3535.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Almaty to Makhachkala without a car is to train via Beyneu which takes 3 days 2h and costs RUB 9500 - RUB 20000.

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

It takes approximately 10h 36m to get from Almaty to Makhachkala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Almaty to Makhachkala train from?

Almaty to Makhachkala train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Almaty 2 station.

Train or fly from Almaty to Makhachkala?

The best way to get from Almaty to Makhachkala is to fly which takes 10h 36m and costs RUB 10000 - RUB 43000. Alternatively, you can train via Beyneu, which costs RUB 9500 - RUB 20000 and takes 3 days 2h.

What is the time difference between Almaty and Makhachkala?

Makhachkala is 2h behind Almaty. It is currently 12:41 PM in Almaty and 10:41 AM in Makhachkala.

Where does the Almaty to Makhachkala train arrive?

Almaty to Makhachkala train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Beineu station.

Can I drive from Almaty to Makhachkala?

Yes, the driving distance between Almaty to Makhachkala is 3536 km. It takes approximately 2 days 4h to drive from Almaty to Makhachkala.

Almaty to Makhachkala - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Uytash Airport (MCX)plane ALA - MCX
10h 36m
₽10,698–42,504
Train via Beyneu
cheapest
1. Take the train from Almaty 2 to Beineutrain
2. Take the train from Beineu to Ganjuschkinotrain
3. Take the train from Ganjuschkino to Astrakhantrain
4. Take the train from Astrahan 1 to Mahachkalatrain
3d 2h
₽9,760–19,254
Drive 3,535.5 km
1. Drive from Almaty to Makhachkalacar 3,535.5 km
2d 4h
₽23,997–34,662
Train
1. Take the train from Almaty 1 to Atyrautrain
2. Take the train from Atyrau to Astrakhantrain
3. Take the train from Astrahan 1 to Mahachkalatrain
3d 5h
₽10,089–18,787
Train #2
1. Take the train from Almaty 2 to Urbahtrain 007Р
2. Take the train from Urbah to Mahachkalatrain 133М / ...
3d 10h
₽21,558–41,159

Almaty to Makhachkala by train

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3d 2hAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,411.4 km
Duration: 10h 36m

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

S7 Airlines, Uzbekistan, and seven other airlines fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Uytash Airport (MCX) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Almaty 2 to Mahachkala via Beineu, Ganjuschkino, Astrakhan, and Astrahan 1 in around 3d 2h.

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