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

The cheapest way to get from Almaty to Mankent is to train via Almaty 1 which costs $16 - $29 and takes 13h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Almaty to Mankent is to fly which takes 3h 16m and costs $45 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Almaty and Mankent?

No, there is no direct bus from Almaty station to Mankent station. However, there are services departing from Almaty Sayran Bus Station and arriving at Shymkent Samal Bus Station via Taraz bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Almaty and Mankent?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Almaty 2 and arriving at Mankent. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 39m.

How far is it from Almaty to Mankent?

The distance between Almaty and Mankent is 671 km. The road distance is 645.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Almaty to Mankent without a car is to train which takes 13h 39m and costs $13 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Almaty to Mankent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Almaty to Mankent bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Almaty to Mankent train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Almaty to Mankent?

The best way to get from Almaty to Mankent is to fly which takes 3h 16m and costs $45 - $85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $13 - $160 and takes 13h 39m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 13h 55m.

Where does the Almaty to Mankent bus arrive?

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

Where does the Almaty to Mankent train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Almaty to Mankent?

Yes, the driving distance between Almaty to Mankent is 645 km. It takes approximately 8h 7m to drive from Almaty to Mankent.

Where can I stay near Mankent?

There are 348+ hotels available in Mankent.

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There are 5 ways to get from Almaty to Mankent by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane ALA - CIT
3h 16m
$46–82
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Almaty 2 to Mankenttrain 077Т / ...
13h 39m
$13–160
Bus
1. Take the bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Taraz bus stationbus 235
2. Take the bus from Taraz bus station to Shymkent Samal Bus Stationbus A600/3
13h 55m
Drive 645.3 km
1. Drive from Almaty to Mankentcar 645.3 km
8h 7m
$25–37
Train via Almaty 1
1. Take the train from Almaty 1 to Mankenttrain 021Ц / ...
13h 58m
$16–29

Almaty to Mankent by train

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Distance: 670.6 km
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Almaty, Kazakhstan and Mankent, Kazakhstan?

Flyr, SCAT, and two other airlines fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Almaty 2 to Mankent twice daily. Tickets cost $17–29 and the journey takes 13h 39m. Two other operators also service this route.

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