What is the cheapest way to get from Balqash to Aktau?

The cheapest way to get from Balqash to Aktau is to train via Saksaul’skiy which costs $45 - $90 and takes 44h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balqash to Aktau?

The fastest way to get from Balqash to Aktau is to fly which takes 7h 45m and costs $100 - $290.

Is there a direct train between Balqash and Aktau?

No, there is no direct train from Balqash to Aktau. However, there are services departing from Balhash 1 and arriving at Mangystau via Akadyr, Sharik and Saksaul. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 55m.

How far is it from Balqash to Aktau?

The distance between Balqash and Aktau is 1926 km. The road distance is 2263.8 km.

How do I travel from Balqash to Aktau without a car?

The best way to get from Balqash to Aktau without a car is to train via Saksaul’skiy which takes 44h 55m and costs $45 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Balqash to Aktau?

It takes approximately 7h 45m to get from Balqash to Aktau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balqash to Aktau train from?

Balqash to Aktau train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Balhash 1 station.

Train or fly from Balqash to Aktau?

The best way to get from Balqash to Aktau is to fly which takes 7h 45m and costs $100 - $290. Alternatively, you can train via Saksaul’skiy, which costs $45 - $90 and takes 44h 55m.

Where does the Balqash to Aktau train arrive?

Balqash to Aktau train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Akadyr station.

Can I drive from Balqash to Aktau?

Yes, the driving distance between Balqash to Aktau is 2264 km. It takes approximately 41h 59m to drive from Balqash to Aktau.

Where can I stay near Aktau?

There are 282+ hotels available in Aktau.

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There are 5 ways to get from Balqash to Aktau by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Balhash (BXH) to Aktau Airport (SCO)plane BXH - SCO
7h 45m
$106–283
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Balhash 2 to Astana-1train 121Ц
2. Take the train from Astana 1 to Mangystautrain 037Х
2d 16h
$46–87
Train via Saksaul’skiy
1. Take the train from Balhash 1 to Akadyrtrain
2. Take the train from Akadyr to Shariktrain
3. Take the train from Sharik to Saksaultrain
4. Take the train from Saksaul to Mangystautrain
44h 55m
$47–87
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Balhash to Bishkek Avtovokzalbus
2. Take the bus from Bishkek Avtovokzal to Tashkent bus stationbus
3. Take the bus from Tashkent bus station to Nukus Kubla Bus stationbus
4. Take the train from Nukus to Mangystautrain
2d 18h
Drive 2,263.8 km
1. Drive from Balqash to Aktaucar 2,263.8 km
41h 59m
$88–127

Balhash (BXH) to Aktau Airport (SCO) flights

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7h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,926.2 km
Duration: 7h 45m

What companies run services between Balqash, Kazakhstan and Aktau, Kazakhstan?

SCAT flies from Balhash (BXH) to Aktau Airport (SCO) 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Balhash 1 to Aktau via Akadyr, Sharik, Saksaul, and Mangystau in around 44h 55m.

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