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

The cheapest way to get from Kostanay to Shymkent is to train via Astana which costs $30 - $50 and takes 33h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kostanay to Shymkent is to fly which takes 2h 33m and costs $110 - $210.

Is there a direct train between Kostanay and Shymkent?

No, there is no direct train from Kostanay to Shymkent. However, there are services departing from Kostanay and arriving at Shymkent via Astana Nurly Zhol. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 36m.

How far is it from Kostanay to Shymkent?

The distance between Kostanay and Shymkent is 1304 km. The road distance is 1667.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kostanay to Shymkent without a car is to train via Astana which takes 33h 36m and costs $30 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Kostanay to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kostanay to Shymkent train from?

Kostanay to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Kostanay station.

Train or fly from Kostanay to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Kostanay to Shymkent is to fly which takes 2h 33m and costs $110 - $210. Alternatively, you can train via Astana, which costs $30 - $50 and takes 33h 36m.

Where does the Kostanay to Shymkent train arrive?

Kostanay to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Astana Nurly Zhol station.

Can I drive from Kostanay to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Kostanay to Shymkent is 1667 km. It takes approximately 23h 56m to drive from Kostanay to Shymkent.

Where can I stay near Shymkent?

There are 323+ hotels available in Shymkent.

Kostanay to Shymkent - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Kostanay to Shymkent by plane, train, car, or taxi

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Fly to Shymkent International Airport
best
1. Fly from Kostanay Airport (KSN) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane KSN - CIT
2h 33m
$114–206
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kostanay to Chutrain 044Ц
2. Take the train from Chu to Shymkenttrain 086Р / ...
40h 42m
$30–184
Train via Astana
1. Take the train from Kostanay to Astana Nurly Zholtrain 047T
2. Take the train from Astana Nurly Zhol to Shymkenttrain 086Р / ...
33h 36m
$31–48
Drive 1,667.3 km
1. Drive from Kostanay to Shymkentcar 1,667.3 km
23h 56m
$65–94
Fly to Turkistan, taxi
1. Fly from Kostanay Airport (KSN) to Turkistan (HSA)plane KSN - HSA
2. Take the taxi from Turkistan-Airport-HSA to Shymkenttaxi
7h 49m
$172–288
Fly to Tashkent International Airport, train
1. Fly from Kostanay Airport (KSN) to Tashkent International Airport (TAS)plane KSN - TAS
2. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Shymkenttrain
10h 24m
$147–300

Kostanay to Shymkent by train

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33h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,303.9 km
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Kostanay, Kazakhstan and Shymkent, Kazakhstan?

SCAT flies from Kostanay Airport (KSN) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kostanay to Shymkent via Astana Nurly Zhol in around 33h 36m.

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