What is the cheapest way to get from Karaganda to Bishkek?

The cheapest way to get from Karaganda to Bishkek is to bus which costs $30 - $32 and takes 21h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Karaganda to Bishkek?

The fastest way to get from Karaganda to Bishkek is to fly and bus which takes 8h 35m and costs $70 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between Karaganda and Bishkek?

No, there is no direct bus from Karaganda to Bishkek. However, there are services departing from Karagandy and arriving at Prospekt Manasa via Kozhzavod. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Karaganda and Bishkek?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Karaganda Pass and arriving at Bischkek 2. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 21h 13m.

How far is it from Karaganda to Bishkek?

The distance between Karaganda and Bishkek is 1039 km. The road distance is 969.4 km.

How do I travel from Karaganda to Bishkek without a car?

The best way to get from Karaganda to Bishkek without a car is to train via Chu which takes 20h 18m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Karaganda to Bishkek?

It takes approximately 8h 35m to get from Karaganda to Bishkek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karaganda to Bishkek bus from?

Karaganda to Bishkek bus services, operated by Astana Saparzhai Bus Terminal, depart from Karagandy station.

Where do I catch the Karaganda to Bishkek train from?

Karaganda to Bishkek train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Karaganda Pass station.

Train or bus from Karaganda to Bishkek?

The best way to get from Karaganda to Bishkek is to train via Chu which takes 20h 18m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $32 and takes 21h 34m.

Where does the Karaganda to Bishkek bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Karaganda and Bishkek?

Bishkek is 1h ahead of Karaganda. It is currently 8:06 PM in Karaganda and 9:06 PM in Bishkek.

Where does the Karaganda to Bishkek train arrive?

Karaganda to Bishkek train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Chu station.

Can I drive from Karaganda to Bishkek?

Yes, the driving distance between Karaganda to Bishkek is 969 km. It takes approximately 9h 47m to drive from Karaganda to Bishkek.

Where can I stay near Bishkek?

There are 1009+ hotels available in Bishkek.

Karaganda to Bishkek - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Karaganda to Bishkek by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Karaganda Sary-Arka Airport (KGF) to Almaty International Airport (ALA)plane KGF - ALA
2. Take the bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Bishkek Avtovokzalbus
8h 35m
$71–141
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karagandy to Bishkek Avtovokzalbus М101
21h 34m
$31–32
Train via Chu
1. Take the train from Karaganda Pass to Chutrain 056Ц / ...
2. Take the train from Chu to Bischkek 2train 406
20h 18m
Drive 969.4 km
1. Drive from Karaganda to Bishkekcar 969.4 km
9h 47m
$73–105
Train
1. Take the train from Karaganda Pass to Bischkek 2train 406
21h 13m

Karaganda Sary-Arka Airport (KGF) to Almaty International Airport (ALA) flights

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1h 30mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,039.4 km
Duration: 8h 35m

What companies run services between Karaganda, Kazakhstan and Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan?

You can take a train from Karaganda Pass to Bischkek 2 via Chu in around 20h 18m. Alternatively, Astana Saparzhai Bus Terminal operates a bus from Karagandy to Bishkek Avtovokzal once a week. Tickets cost $29 and the journey takes 21h 3m.

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