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

The cheapest way to get from Atyrau 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 to Almaty?

The fastest way to get from Atyrau to Almaty is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $85 - $220.

Is there a direct train between Atyrau and Almaty?

No, there is no direct train from Atyrau to Almaty. However, there are services departing from Atyrau and arriving at Almaty 2 via Kandagach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 45m.

How far is it from Atyrau to Almaty?

The distance between Atyrau and Almaty is 2026 km. The road distance is 2661.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Atyrau to Almaty without a car is to train via Kandyagash which takes 44h 45m and costs $40 - $350.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Atyrau to Almaty, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Atyrau to Almaty train from?

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

Train or fly from Atyrau to Almaty?

The best way to get from Atyrau to Almaty is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $85 - $220. Alternatively, you can train via Kandyagash, which costs $40 - $350 and takes 44h 45m.

Where does the Atyrau to Almaty train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Atyrau to Almaty?

Yes, the driving distance between Atyrau to Almaty is 2662 km. It takes approximately 39h 45m to drive from Atyrau to Almaty.

Where can I stay near Almaty?

There are 3588+ hotels available in Almaty.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Atyrau 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 26m
$88–213
Train via Kandyagash
cheapest
1. Take the train from Atyrau to Kandagachtrain 041Р
2. Take the train from Kandagach to Almaty 2train 028Т
44h 45m
$40–350
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
$62–72
Drive 2,661.9 km
1. Drive from Atyrau to Almatycar 2,661.9 km
39h 45m
$103–149
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

60Weekly Planes

3h 35mAverage Duration

$82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,026.1 km
Duration: 3h 26m

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

Flyr, SCAT, 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 to Almaty 2 via Atyrau and Kandagach in around 44h 45m.

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