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

The cheapest way to get from Balqash to Shymkent is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 11h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balqash to Shymkent is to fly which takes 10h 18m and costs $95 - $160.

Is there a direct bus between Balqash and Shymkent?

No, there is no direct bus from Balqash to Shymkent station. However, there are services departing from Balhash and arriving at Shymkent Samal Bus Station via Bishkek Avtovokzal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 10m.

How far is it from Balqash to Shymkent?

The distance between Balqash and Shymkent is 902 km. The road distance is 891.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Balqash to Shymkent without a car is to bus and train which takes 16h 22m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 16h 22m to get from Balqash to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balqash to Shymkent bus from?

Balqash to Shymkent bus services, operated by Astana Saparzhai Bus Terminal, depart from Balhash station.

Bus or fly from Balqash to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Balqash to Shymkent is to bus which takes 23h 10m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $95 - $160 and takes 10h 18m.

Where does the Balqash to Shymkent bus arrive?

Balqash to Shymkent bus services, operated by Astana Saparzhai Bus Terminal, arrive at Bishkek Avtovokzal station.

Can I drive from Balqash to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Balqash to Shymkent is 891 km. It takes approximately 11h 13m to drive from Balqash to Shymkent.

Where can I stay near Shymkent?

There are 347+ hotels available in Shymkent.

Balqash to Shymkent - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Balqash to Shymkent by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Balhash to Sary-Shaganbus A500
2. Take the train from Sary-Shagan to Shymkenttrain 056Ц / ...
16h 22m
Drive 891.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Balqash to Shymkentcar 891.3 km
11h 13m
$35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Balhash to Bishkek Avtovokzalbus М101
2. Take the bus from Bishkek Avtovokzal to Shymkent Samal Bus Stationbus
23h 10m
Fly
1. Fly from Balhash (BXH) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane BXH - CIT
10h 18m
$96–157

Balhash (BXH) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) flights

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13h 1mAverage Duration

$77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 901.7 km
Duration: 16h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Balhash to Shymkent via Bishkek Avtovokzal and Shymkent Samal Bus Station in around 23h 10m. Alternatively, SCAT flies from Balhash (BXH) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) 3 times a week.

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