What is the cheapest way to get from Astana to Semey?

The cheapest way to get from Astana to Semey is to train via Astana Nurly Zhol which costs $11 - $23 and takes 14h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Astana to Semey?

The fastest way to get from Astana to Semey is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs $45 - $160.

Is there a direct bus between Astana and Semey?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Saparzhai bus station station and arriving at Semey. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Astana and Semey?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Astana-1 and arriving at Semey. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32h 1m.

How far is it from Astana to Semey?

The distance between Astana and Semey is 654 km. The road distance is 740.6 km.

How do I travel from Astana to Semey without a car?

The best way to get from Astana to Semey without a car is to bus which takes 11h 14m and costs $22.

How long does it take to get from Astana to Semey?

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Astana to Semey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Astana to Semey bus from?

Astana to Semey bus services, operated by Astana Saparzhai Bus Terminal, depart from Saparzhai bus station.

Where do I catch the Astana to Semey train from?

Astana to Semey train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Astana-1 station.

Train, bus or fly from Astana to Semey?

The best way to get from Astana to Semey is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs $45 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22 and takes 11h 14m, you could also train via Astana Nurly Zhol, which costs $11 - $23 and takes 14h 23m.

Where does the Astana to Semey bus arrive?

Astana to Semey bus services, operated by Astana Saparzhai Bus Terminal, arrive at Semey station.

Where does the Astana to Semey train arrive?

Astana to Semey train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Semey station.

Can I drive from Astana to Semey?

Yes, the driving distance between Astana to Semey is 741 km. It takes approximately 7h 38m to drive from Astana to Semey.

How do I get a train ticket from Astana to Semey?

Book your Astana to Semey train tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Semey?

There are 53+ hotels available in Semey.

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ) to Semey Airport (PLX)plane NQZ - PLX
3h 25m
$47–153
Train via Astana Nurly Zhol
cheapest
1. Take the train from Astana Nurly Zhol to Semeytrain 068Ц
14h 23m
$11–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Saparzhai bus station to Semeybus В300
11h 14m
$22
Drive 740.6 km
1. Drive from Astana to Semeycar 740.6 km
7h 38m
$29–42
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Astana to Semeytaxi 740.6 km
7h 38m
$85–110
Train
1. Take the train from Astana-1 to Semeytrain 122Ц / ...
32h 1m
$20–40

Astana to Semey by train

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32h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 653.6 km
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Astana, Kazakhstan and Semey, Kazakhstan?

Flyr and World Ticket fly from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ) to Semey Airport (PLX) twice daily. Alternatively, Astana Saparzhai Bus Terminal operates a bus from Saparzhai bus station to Semey once daily. Tickets cost $22 and the journey takes 11h 14m.

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