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

The cheapest way to get from Dushanbe to Shymkent is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 8h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dushanbe to Shymkent is to fly which takes 5h 23m and costs $200 - $700.

Is there a direct train between Dushanbe and Shymkent?

No, there is no direct train from Dushanbe to Shymkent. However, there are services departing from Dushanbe and arriving at Shymkent via Tashkent Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 49m.

How far is it from Dushanbe to Shymkent?

The distance between Dushanbe and Shymkent is 442 km. The road distance is 538.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Dushanbe to Shymkent without a car is to train which takes 25h 49m and costs $40 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Dushanbe to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dushanbe to Shymkent train from?

Dushanbe to Shymkent train services, operated by Tajikistan Railways, depart from Dushanbe station.

Train or fly from Dushanbe to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Dushanbe to Shymkent is to fly which takes 5h 23m and costs $200 - $700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $60 and takes 25h 49m.

Where does the Dushanbe to Shymkent train arrive?

Dushanbe to Shymkent train services, operated by Tajikistan Railways, arrive at Tashkent Central station.

Can I drive from Dushanbe to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Dushanbe to Shymkent is 538 km. It takes approximately 8h 5m to drive from Dushanbe to Shymkent.

Where can I stay near Shymkent?

There are 339+ hotels available in Shymkent.

Dushanbe to Shymkent - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Dushanbe to Shymkent by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly to Shymkent International Airport
best
1. Fly from Dushanbe International Airport (DYU) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane DYU - CIT
5h 23m
$202–660
Drive 538.1 km
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1. Drive from Dushanbe to Shymkentcar 538.1 km
8h 5m
$21–31
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Asian Express Terminal to Shahristanbus
2. Drive from Shahristan to Zomincar
3. Take the bus from Zomin to Tashkent bus stationbus
4. Drive from Chirchiq to Shymkentcar
13h 33m
$36–47
Train
1. Take the train from Dushanbe to Tashkent Centraltrain 301
2. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Shymkenttrain 001Ь
25h 49m
$45–57
Fly to Tashkent International Airport, train
1. Fly from Dushanbe International Airport (DYU) to Tashkent International Airport (TAS)plane DYU - TAS
2. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Shymkenttrain
8h 54m
$108–398

Dushanbe to Shymkent by train

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25h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 442.4 km
Duration: 5h 23m

What companies run services between Dushanbe, Tajikistan and Shymkent, Kazakhstan?

Air Astana, Somon Air, and two other airlines fly from Dushanbe International Airport (DYU) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dushanbe to Shymkent via Tashkent Central in around 25h 49m.

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