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

The cheapest way to get from Irkutsk to Almaty is to bus and train which costs $130 - $210 and takes 3 days 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Irkutsk to Almaty is to fly which takes 7h 15m and costs $110 - $500.

Is there a direct train between Irkutsk and Almaty?

No, there is no direct train from Irkutsk to Almaty. However, there are services departing from Irkutsk Pas and arriving at Almaty 2 via Novosibirsk-Glavny. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 0h.

How far is it from Irkutsk to Almaty?

The distance between Irkutsk and Almaty is 2274 km. The road distance is 3084 km.

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

The best way to get from Irkutsk to Almaty without a car is to train which takes 3 days 0h and costs $170 - $340.

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

It takes approximately 7h 15m to get from Irkutsk to Almaty, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irkutsk to Almaty train from?

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

Train or fly from Irkutsk to Almaty?

The best way to get from Irkutsk to Almaty is to fly which takes 7h 15m and costs $110 - $500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $170 - $340 and takes 3 days 0h.

What is the time difference between Irkutsk and Almaty?

Almaty is 3h behind Irkutsk. It is currently 5:43 PM in Irkutsk and 2:43 PM in Almaty.

Where does the Irkutsk to Almaty train arrive?

Irkutsk to Almaty train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), arrive at Novosibirsk Gl station.

Can I drive from Irkutsk to Almaty?

Yes, the driving distance between Irkutsk to Almaty is 3084 km. It takes approximately 2 days 2h to drive from Irkutsk to Almaty.

Where can I stay near Almaty?

There are 3603+ hotels available in Almaty.

Irkutsk to Almaty - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Irkutsk to Almaty by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
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1. Fly from Irkutsk Airport (IKT) to Almaty International Airport (ALA)plane IKT - ALA
7h 15m
$114–494
Train
1. Take the train from Irkutsk Pas to Novosibirsk Gltrain 009Н / ...
2. Take the train from Novosibirsk-Glavny to Almaty 2train 301Н
3d
$172–336
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Irkutsk Bus station to Tulunbus 608 / ...
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 Almaty Sayran Bus Stationbus
3d 2h
$134–208
Drive 3,084 km
1. Drive from Irkutsk to Almatycar 3,084 km
2d 2h
$253–365

Irkutsk to Almaty by train

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Distance: 2,274.3 km
Duration: 7h 15m

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

S7 Airlines and Aeroflot Russian Airlines fly from Irkutsk Airport (IKT) to Almaty International Airport (ALA) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Irkutsk Pas to Almaty 2 via Novosibirsk-Glavny in around 3d.

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