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

The cheapest way to get from Irkutsk to Aktau is to train and bus which costs $120 - $220 and takes 4 days 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Irkutsk to Aktau is to fly which takes 10h 55m and costs $290 - $1,200.

Is there a direct train between Irkutsk and Aktau?

No, there is no direct train from Irkutsk to Aktau. However, there are services departing from Irkutsk Pas and arriving at Mangystau via Omsk-Pass, Kokshetau-1 and Makat. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 23h.

How far is it from Irkutsk to Aktau?

The distance between Irkutsk and Aktau is 4006 km. The road distance is 5036.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Irkutsk to Aktau without a car is to train which takes 3 days 23h and costs $170 - $330.

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

It takes approximately 10h 55m to get from Irkutsk to Aktau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irkutsk to Aktau train from?

Irkutsk to Aktau train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), depart from Irkutsk Pas station.

Train or fly from Irkutsk to Aktau?

The best way to get from Irkutsk to Aktau is to fly which takes 10h 55m and costs $290 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $170 - $330 and takes 3 days 23h.

What is the time difference between Irkutsk and Aktau?

Aktau is 3h behind Irkutsk. It is currently 7:09 PM in Irkutsk and 4:09 PM in Aktau.

Where does the Irkutsk to Aktau train arrive?

Irkutsk to Aktau train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), arrive at Omsk-Pass station.

Can I drive from Irkutsk to Aktau?

Yes, the driving distance between Irkutsk to Aktau is 5036 km. It takes approximately 3 days 2h to drive from Irkutsk to Aktau.

Where can I stay near Aktau?

There are 281+ hotels available in Aktau.

Irkutsk to Aktau - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Irkutsk Airport (IKT) to Aktau Airport (SCO)plane IKT - SCO
10h 55m
$291–1,113
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Irkutsk Pas to Novosibirsk Gltrain
2. Take the bus from Novosibirsk Bus station to Astana Saparzhai Bus stationbus
3. Take the train from Astana 1 to Mangystautrain
4d 3h
$122–216
Train
1. Take the train from Irkutsk Pas to Omsk-Passtrain
2. Take the train from Omsk-Pass to Kokshetau-1train
3. Take the train from Kokshetau-1 to Makattrain
4. Take the train from Makat to Mangystautrain
3d 23h
$179–328
Drive 5,036.4 km
1. Drive from Irkutsk to Aktaucar 5,036.4 km
3d 2h
$413–596
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Irkutsk Bus station to Tulunbus
2. Take the train from Tulun to Omsk-Passtrain
3. Take the bus from Omsk Bus station to Saparzhai bus stationbus
4. Take the bus from Saparzhai bus station to Kyzylordabus
5. Take the train from Kyzylorda to Mangystautrain
4d 10h
$169–262

Irkutsk Airport (IKT) to Aktau Airport (SCO) flights

6Weekly Planes

14h 58mAverage Duration

$283Cheapest Price

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Distance: 4,006.2 km
Duration: 10h 55m

What companies run services between Irkutsk, Russia and Aktau, Kazakhstan?

Aeroflot Russian Airlines flies from Irkutsk Airport (IKT) to Aktau Airport (SCO) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Irkutsk Pas to Aktau via Omsk-Pass, Kokshetau-1, Makat, and Mangystau in around 3d 23h.

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