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

The cheapest way to get from Karaganda to Zharkent is to bus which costs $28 - $32 and takes 23h.

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

The fastest way to get from Karaganda to Zharkent is to fly and drive which takes 7h 55m and costs $210 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Karaganda and Zharkent?

No, there is no direct bus from Karaganda station to Zharkent. However, there are services departing from Karagandy Bus station and arriving at Zharkent via Almaty Sayran Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h.

Is there a direct train between Karaganda and Zharkent?

No, there is no direct train from Karaganda to Zharkent. However, there are services departing from Karaganda Pass and arriving at Kerimagash via Almaty 2 and Almaty 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h.

How far is it from Karaganda to Zharkent?

The distance between Karaganda and Zharkent is 1033 km. The road distance is 1247.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Karaganda to Zharkent without a car is to train via Almaty which takes 22h and costs $35 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 55m to get from Karaganda to Zharkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karaganda to Zharkent bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Karaganda to Zharkent train from?

Karaganda to Zharkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), depart from Karaganda Pass station.

Train or bus from Karaganda to Zharkent?

The best way to get from Karaganda to Zharkent is to train via Almaty which takes 22h and costs $35 - $220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $32 and takes 23h.

Where does the Karaganda to Zharkent bus arrive?

Karaganda to Zharkent bus services, operated by Astana Saparzhai Bus Terminal, arrive at Almaty Sayran Bus Station.

Where does the Karaganda to Zharkent train arrive?

Karaganda to Zharkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), arrive at Almaty 2 station.

Can I drive from Karaganda to Zharkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Karaganda to Zharkent is 1247 km. It takes approximately 11h 11m to drive from Karaganda to Zharkent.

Where can I stay near Zharkent?

There are five+ hotels available in Zharkent.

Karaganda to Zharkent - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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Fly to Yining Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from Karaganda Sary-Arka Airport (KGF) to Yining Airport (YIN)plane KGF - YIN
2. Drive from Yining Airport (YIN) to Zharkentcar
7h 55m
$214–683
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karagandy Bus station to Almaty Sayran Bus Stationbus A500
2. Take the bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Zharkentbus 157
23h
$28–32
Train via Almaty
1. Take the train from Karaganda Pass to Almaty 2train 004Ц / ...
2. Take the train from Almaty 1 to Kerimagashtrain 886Х
22h
$38–211
Drive 1,247.2 km
1. Drive from Karaganda to Zharkentcar 1,247.2 km
11h 11m
$49–70
Fly to Almaty International Airport, train
1. Fly from Karaganda Sary-Arka Airport (KGF) to Almaty International Airport (ALA)plane KGF - ALA
2. Take the train from Almaty 1 to Kerimagashtrain
9h 40m
$77–145
Train
1. Take the train from Karaganda Pass to Almaty 1train 044Ц
2. Take the train from Almaty 1 to Kerimagashtrain 886Х
26h 12m
$34–197

Karaganda Sary-Arka Airport (KGF) to Yining Airport (YIN) flights

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5h 50mAverage Duration

$197Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,032.8 km
Duration: 7h 55m

What companies run services between Karaganda, Kazakhstan and Zharkent, Almaty Oblysy, Kazakhstan?

You can take a train from Karaganda Pass to Zharkent via Almaty 2, Almaty 1, and Kerimagash in around 22h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Karagandy Bus station to Zharkent via Almaty Sayran Bus Station in around 23h.

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