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

The cheapest way to get from Khorgas to Almaty is to train which costs $5 and takes 8h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Khorgas to Almaty is to taxi and fly which takes 3h 5m and costs $95 - $330.

Is there a direct train between Khorgas and Almaty?

No, there is no direct train from Khorgas to Almaty. However, there are services departing from Altynkol and arriving at Almaty 1 via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

How far is it from Khorgas to Almaty?

The distance between Khorgas and Almaty is 461 km. The road distance is 338.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Khorgas to Almaty without a car is to train which takes 8h 40m and costs $5.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Khorgas to Almaty, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Khorgas to Almaty train from?

Khorgas to Almaty train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (Commuter Trains), depart from Altynkol station.

Where does the Khorgas to Almaty train arrive?

Khorgas to Almaty train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (Commuter Trains), arrive at Almaty 1 station.

Can I drive from Khorgas to Almaty?

Yes, the driving distance between Khorgas to Almaty is 338 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Khorgas to Almaty.

Where can I stay near Almaty?

There are 3568+ hotels available in Almaty.

Khorgas to Almaty - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Khorgas to Almaty by taxi, plane, train, or car

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Taxi, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Khorgas to Yining Airport (YIN)taxi
2. Fly from Yining Airport (YIN) to Almaty International Airport (ALA)plane YIN - ALA
3h 5m
$97–327
Train
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1. Take the train from Altynkol to Almaty 1train 885Х
8h 40m
$5
Drive 338.1 km
1. Drive from Khorgas to Almatycar 338.1 km
3h 31m
$14–19

Yining Airport (YIN) to Almaty International Airport (ALA) flights

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1h 20mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 461.1 km
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Khorgas, China and Almaty, Kazakhstan?

Kazakhstan Railways (Commuter Trains) operates a train from Altynkol to Almaty 1 5 times a week. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 6h 8m.

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