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

The cheapest way to get from Almaty to Shymkent is to train which costs $11 - $170 and takes 11h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Almaty to Shymkent is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $40 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Almaty and Shymkent?

No, there is no direct bus from Almaty station to Shymkent 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 37m.

Is there a direct train between Almaty and Shymkent?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Almaty 2 and arriving at Shymkent. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 8m.

How far is it from Almaty to Shymkent?

The distance between Almaty and Shymkent is 650 km. The road distance is 669.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Almaty to Shymkent without a car is to train which takes 11h 8m and costs $11 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Almaty to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Almaty to Shymkent bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Almaty to Shymkent train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Almaty to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Almaty to Shymkent is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $40 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $11 - $170 and takes 11h 8m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 13h 37m.

Where does the Almaty to Shymkent bus arrive?

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

Where does the Almaty to Shymkent train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Almaty to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Almaty to Shymkent is 670 km. It takes approximately 8h 29m to drive from Almaty to Shymkent.

How do I get a train ticket from Almaty to Shymkent?

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Where can I stay near Shymkent?

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane ALA - CIT
2h 57m
$43–75
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Almaty 2 to Shymkenttrain 001Х / ...
11h 8m
$11–170
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 37m
Drive 669.7 km
1. Drive from Almaty to Shymkentcar 669.7 km
8h 29m
$26–38
Train via Tschemolgan
1. Take the train from Tschemolgan to Shymkenttrain 077Т / ...
15h 17m
$16–28

Almaty to Shymkent by train

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Distance: 650.4 km
Duration: 2h 57m

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

Flyr, SCAT, and two other airlines fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains) operates a train from Almaty 2 to Shymkent 3 times a day. Tickets cost $11–16 and the journey takes 11h 8m. Two other operators also service this route.

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