What is the cheapest way to get from Almaty to Ulan-Ude?

The cheapest way to get from Almaty to Ulan-Ude is to bus and train which costs RUB 12000 - RUB 18000 and takes 3 days 8h.

What is the fastest way to get from Almaty to Ulan-Ude?

The fastest way to get from Almaty to Ulan-Ude is to fly which takes 9h 20m and costs RUB 11000 - RUB 47000.

Is there a direct train between Almaty and Ulan-Ude?

No, there is no direct train from Almaty to Ulan-Ude. However, there are services departing from Almaty 2 and arriving at Ulan-Ude via Novosibirsk Gl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 8h.

How far is it from Almaty to Ulan-Ude?

The distance between Almaty and Ulan-Ude is 2478 km. The road distance is 3405.8 km.

How do I travel from Almaty to Ulan-Ude without a car?

The best way to get from Almaty to Ulan-Ude without a car is to bus and train which takes 3 days 8h and costs RUB 12000 - RUB 18000.

How long does it take to get from Almaty to Ulan-Ude?

It takes approximately 9h 20m to get from Almaty to Ulan-Ude, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Almaty to Ulan-Ude train from?

Almaty to Ulan-Ude train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ), depart from Almaty 2 station.

Train or fly from Almaty to Ulan-Ude?

The best way to get from Almaty to Ulan-Ude is to fly which takes 9h 20m and costs RUB 11000 - RUB 47000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs RUB 16000 - RUB 32000 and takes 3 days 8h.

What is the time difference between Almaty and Ulan-Ude?

Ulan-Ude is 3h ahead of Almaty. It is currently 11:15 AM in Almaty and 2:15 PM in Ulan-Ude.

Where does the Almaty to Ulan-Ude train arrive?

Almaty to Ulan-Ude train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ), arrive at Novosibirsk-Glavny station.

Can I drive from Almaty to Ulan-Ude?

Yes, the driving distance between Almaty to Ulan-Ude is 3406 km. It takes approximately 2 days 0h to drive from Almaty to Ulan-Ude.

Almaty to Ulan-Ude - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Almaty to Ulan-Ude by plane, bus, train, or car

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1. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Ulan-Ude (UUD)plane ALA - UUD
9h 20m
₽11,729–46,064
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Saparzhai bus stationbus 205
2. Take the bus from Astana Saparzhai Bus station to Novosibirsk Bus stationbus 111
3. Take the bus from Novosibirsk Bus station to Bolotnoebus
4. Take the train from Bolotnaia to Ulan-Udetrain
3d 8h
₽12,355–17,652
Train
1. Take the train from Almaty 2 to Novosibirsk-Glavnytrain 301Ц
2. Take the train from Novosibirsk Gl to Ulan-Udetrain 010Н / ...
3d 8h
₽16,877–31,793
Drive 3,405.8 km
1. Drive from Almaty to Ulan-Udecar 3,405.8 km
2d
₽23,010–33,237

Almaty to Ulan-Ude by train

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Distance: 2,477.5 km
Duration: 9h 20m

What companies run services between Almaty, Kazakhstan and Ulan-Ude, Russia?

S7 Airlines, Aeroflot Russian Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Ulan-Ude (UUD) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Almaty 2 to Ulan-Ude via Novosibirsk Gl in around 3d 8h.

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