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

The cheapest way to get from Khiva to Shymkent is to bus and drive which costs $28 - $35 and takes 21h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Khiva to Shymkent is to fly which takes 8h 57m and costs $210 - $490.

Is there a direct train between Khiva and Shymkent?

No, there is no direct train from Khiva to Shymkent. However, there are services departing from Khiva and arriving at Shymkent via Tashkent Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 10m.

How far is it from Khiva to Shymkent?

The distance between Khiva and Shymkent is 1237 km. The road distance is 1064.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Khiva to Shymkent without a car is to train which takes 15h 10m and costs $65 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 15h 10m to get from Khiva to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Khiva to Shymkent train from?

Khiva to Shymkent train services, operated by Uzbekistan Railways (High Speed Trains), depart from Khiva station.

Train or fly from Khiva to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Khiva to Shymkent is to train which takes 15h 10m and costs $65 - $110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $210 - $490 and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the Khiva to Shymkent train arrive?

Khiva to Shymkent train services, operated by Uzbekistan Railways (High Speed Trains), arrive at Tashkent Central station.

Can I drive from Khiva to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Khiva to Shymkent is 1065 km. It takes approximately 15h 40m to drive from Khiva to Shymkent.

How do I get a train ticket from Khiva to Shymkent?

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Where can I stay near Shymkent?

There are 323+ hotels available in Shymkent.

Khiva to Shymkent - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Khiva to Shymkent by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Khiva to Tashkent Centraltrain 751М
2. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Shymkenttrain 001Ь
15h 10m
$68–102
Train via Tashkent
cheapest
1. Take the train from Khiva to Tashkent Southtrain 056J / ...
2. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Shymkenttrain 001Ь
21h 52m
$24–36
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Khiva to Tashkent bus stationbus
2. Drive from Chirchiq to Shymkentcar
21h 2m
$28–34
Drive 1,064.8 km
1. Drive from Khiva to Shymkentcar 1,064.8 km
15h 40m
$94–136
Fly to Tashkent International Airport, train
1. Fly from Urgench International Airport (UGC) to Tashkent International Airport (TAS)plane UGC - TAS
2. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Shymkenttrain
11h 17m
$106–559
Fly to Shymkent International Airport
1. Fly from Urgench International Airport (UGC) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane UGC - CIT
8h 57m
$213–485

Khiva to Shymkent by train

3Weekly Trains

15h 10mAverage Duration

$68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,236.7 km
Duration: 15h 10m

What companies run services between Khiva, Uzbekistan and Shymkent, Kazakhstan?

You can take a train from Khiva to Shymkent via Tashkent Central in around 15h 10m. Alternatively, Flyr, SCAT, and three other airlines fly from Urgench International Airport (UGC) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) 3 times a day.

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