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

The cheapest way to get from Aqsay to Shymkent is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 28h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aqsay to Shymkent is to train and fly which takes 8h 37m and costs $150 - $400.

Is there a direct train between Aqsay and Shymkent?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kasakhstan and arriving at Shymkent. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 29h 3m.

How far is it from Aqsay to Shymkent?

The distance between Aqsay and Shymkent is 1796 km. The road distance is 1923.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Aqsay to Shymkent without a car is to train which takes 29h 3m and costs $29 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 9h 9m to get from Aqsay to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aqsay to Shymkent train from?

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

Where does the Aqsay to Shymkent train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aqsay to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Aqsay to Shymkent is 1924 km. It takes approximately 28h 10m to drive from Aqsay to Shymkent.

Where can I stay near Shymkent?

There are 333+ hotels available in Shymkent.

Aqsay to Shymkent - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Aqsay to Shymkent by train, plane, car, or taxi

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Train to Oral Ak Zhol Airport, fly to Shymkent International Airport
best
1. Take the train from Kasakhstan to Poimatrain
2. Fly from Oral Ak Zhol Airport (URA) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane URA - CIT
9h 9m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kasakhstan to Shymkenttrain 028Т
29h 3m
$29–260
Drive 1,923.6 km
1. Drive from Aqsay to Shymkentcar 1,923.6 km
28h 10m
$75–108
Train to Aktobe International Airport, fly to Shymkent International Airport
1. Take the train from Kasakhstan to Aktobetrain
2. Fly from Aktobe International Airport (AKX) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane AKX - CIT
8h 37m
$154–393
Train to Oral Ak Zhol Airport, fly to Turkistan, taxi
1. Take the train from Kasakhstan to Poimatrain
2. Fly from Oral Ak Zhol Airport (URA) to Turkistan (HSA)plane URA - HSA
3. Take the taxi from Turkistan-Airport-HSA to Shymkenttaxi
7h 55m
Train via Shyngyrlau
1. Take the train from Kasakhstan to Chingirlautrain 874М
2. Take the train from Chingirlau to Shymkenttrain 008Ж
36h 19m
$178–341

Aqsay to Shymkent by train

8Weekly Trains

29h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,796.2 km
Duration: 9h 9m

What companies run services between Aqsay, West Kazakhstan and Shymkent, Kazakhstan?

Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains) operates a train from Kasakhstan to Shymkent 4 times a week. Tickets cost $29–40 and the journey takes 29h 3m. Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ) also services this route 4 times a week.

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