What is the cheapest way to get from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty?

The cheapest way to get from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty is to bus and train which costs $60 - $75 and takes 2 days 7h.

What is the fastest way to get from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty?

The fastest way to get from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty is to fly which takes 3h 20m and costs $85 - $250.

Is there a direct train between Atyrau Airport (GUW) and Almaty?

No, there is no direct train from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty. However, there are services departing from Atyrau and arriving at Almaty 2 via Kandagach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 49m.

How far is it from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty?

The distance between Atyrau Airport (GUW) and Almaty is 2021 km. The road distance is 2665.6 km.

How do I travel from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty without a car?

The best way to get from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty without a car is to train via Kandyagash which takes 44h 49m and costs $40 - $360.

How long does it take to get from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty train from?

Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), depart from Atyrau station.

Train or fly from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty?

The best way to get from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty is to fly which takes 3h 20m and costs $85 - $250. Alternatively, you can train via Kandyagash, which costs $40 - $360 and takes 44h 49m.

Where does the Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty train arrive?

Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), arrive at Kandagach station.

Can I drive from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty?

Yes, the driving distance between Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty is 2666 km. It takes approximately 39h 49m to drive from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty.

Where can I stay near Almaty?

There are 3706+ hotels available in Almaty.

Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty International Airport (ALA)plane GUW - ALA
3h 20m
$85–250
Train via Kandyagash
cheapest
1. Take the train from Atyrau to Kandagachtrain 041Р
2. Take the train from Kandagach to Almaty 2train 028Т
44h 49m
$41–352
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Atyrau Bus station to Makatbus 134
2. Take the train from Makat to Nukustrain
3. Take the bus from Nukus Kubla Bus station to Tashkent bus stationbus
4. Take the bus from Tashkent bus station to Almaty Sayran Bus Stationbus
2d 7h
$63–73
Drive 2,665.6 km
1. Drive from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almatycar 2,665.6 km
39h 49m
$104–149
Train
1. Take the train from Atyrau to Beineutrain 330 / ...
2. Take the train from Beineu to Almaty 2train 077X
2d 8h

Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty International Airport (ALA) flights

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Distance: 2,021.5 km
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Atyrau Airport (GUW), Kazakhstan and Almaty, Kazakhstan?

SCAT, Flyr, and two other airlines fly from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty International Airport (ALA) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Atyrau Airport (GUW) to Almaty 2 via Atyrau and Kandagach in around 44h 49m.

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