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

The cheapest way to get from Bukhara to Aktau is to train via Qaraqalpaqstan which costs $35 - $60 and takes 31h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bukhara to Aktau is to fly which takes 10h 35m and costs $270 - $1,200.

Is there a direct train between Bukhara and Aktau?

No, there is no direct train from Bukhara to Aktau. However, there are services departing from Bukhara 1 and arriving at Mangystau via Beineu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 35m.

How far is it from Bukhara to Aktau?

The distance between Bukhara and Aktau is 1230 km. The road distance is 1525.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Bukhara to Aktau without a car is to train which takes 29h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 10h 35m to get from Bukhara to Aktau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bukhara to Aktau train from?

Bukhara to Aktau train services, operated by Tajikistan Railways, depart from Bukhara 1 station.

Train or fly from Bukhara to Aktau?

The best way to get from Bukhara to Aktau is to fly which takes 10h 35m and costs $270 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 29h 35m.

Where does the Bukhara to Aktau train arrive?

Bukhara to Aktau train services, operated by Tajikistan Railways, arrive at Beineu station.

Can I drive from Bukhara to Aktau?

Yes, the driving distance between Bukhara to Aktau is 1525 km. It takes approximately 19h 45m to drive from Bukhara to Aktau.

Where can I stay near Aktau?

There are 253+ hotels available in Aktau.

Bukhara to Aktau - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Bukhara to Aktau by plane, train, car, or bus

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Fly from Bukhara International Airport
best
1. Fly from Bukhara International Airport (BHK) to Aktau Airport (SCO)plane BHK - SCO
10h 35m
$278–1,110
Train via Qaraqalpaqstan
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bukhara 1 to Qaraqalpaqstantrain 124F
2. Take the train from Qaraqalpaqstan to Mangystautrain 649F
31h 4m
$38–58
Train
1. Take the train from Bukhara 1 to Beineutrain 329 / ...
2. Take the train from Beineu to Mangystautrain 077Т / ...
29h 35m
Drive 1,525.4 km
1. Drive from Bukhara to Aktaucar 1,525.4 km
19h 45m
$135–195
Bus to Samarkand International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bukhara bus station to Samarkand Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Samarkand International Airport (SKD) to Aktau Airport (SCO)plane SKD - SCO
15h 39m
Bus to Navoi, fly
1. Take the bus from Bukhara bus station to Navoiy bus stationbus
2. Fly from Navoi (NVI) to Aktau Airport (SCO)plane NVI - SCO
19h 58m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bukhara bus station to Navoiy bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Navoiy bus station to Urgenchbus
3. Take the bus from Urgench Bus station to Nukus Kubla Bus stationbus 748
4. Take the train from Nukus to Mangystautrain
36h 34m

Bukhara International Airport (BHK) to Aktau Airport (SCO) flights

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Distance: 1,229.8 km
Duration: 10h 35m

What companies run services between Bukhara, Uzbekistan and Aktau, Kazakhstan?

Aeroflot Russian Airlines flies from Bukhara International Airport (BHK) to Aktau Airport (SCO) twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Bukhara to Aktau via Bukhara 1, Beineu, and Mangystau in around 29h 35m.

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