What is the cheapest way to get from Magnitogorsk to Aktau?

The cheapest way to get from Magnitogorsk to Aktau is to bus and train which costs $50 - $95 and takes 45h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Magnitogorsk to Aktau?

The fastest way to get from Magnitogorsk to Aktau is to fly which takes 11h 52m and costs $160 - $750.

Is there a direct train between Magnitogorsk and Aktau?

No, there is no direct train from Magnitogorsk to Aktau. However, there are services departing from Magnitogorsk Pass and arriving at Mangystau via Cartaly 1, Orenburg and Beineu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 40m.

How far is it from Magnitogorsk to Aktau?

The distance between Magnitogorsk and Aktau is 1249 km. The road distance is 1655.7 km.

How do I travel from Magnitogorsk to Aktau without a car?

The best way to get from Magnitogorsk to Aktau without a car is to bus and train via Beyneu which takes 42h 42m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Magnitogorsk to Aktau?

It takes approximately 11h 52m to get from Magnitogorsk to Aktau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Magnitogorsk to Aktau train from?

Magnitogorsk to Aktau train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), depart from Magnitogorsk Pass station.

Train or fly from Magnitogorsk to Aktau?

The best way to get from Magnitogorsk to Aktau is to fly which takes 11h 52m and costs $160 - $750. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 47h 40m.

Where does the Magnitogorsk to Aktau train arrive?

Magnitogorsk to Aktau train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), arrive at Kartaly-1 station.

Can I drive from Magnitogorsk to Aktau?

Yes, the driving distance between Magnitogorsk to Aktau is 1656 km. It takes approximately 25h 53m to drive from Magnitogorsk to Aktau.

Where can I stay near Aktau?

There are 292+ hotels available in Aktau.

Magnitogorsk to Aktau - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Magnitogorsk to Aktau by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Magnitogorsk International Airport (MQF) to Aktau Airport (SCO)plane MQF - SCO
11h 52m
$160–713
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Magnitogorsk Bus station to Orenburg Bus stationbus
2. Take the train from Orenburg to Kandagachtrain 305
3. Take the train from Kandagach to Mangystautrain
45h 10m
$53–91
Bus, train via Beyneu
1. Take the bus from Magnitogorsk Bus station to Orenburg Bus stationbus
2. Take the train from Orenburg to Beineutrain 424
3. Take the train from Beineu to Mangystautrain
42h 42m
Drive 1,655.7 km
1. Drive from Magnitogorsk to Aktaucar 1,655.7 km
25h 53m
$136–196
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Magnitogorsk Bus station to Orenburg Bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Orenburg Bus station to Aktobe Bus stationbus
3. Take the train from Aktobe to Kandagachtrain
4. Take the train from Kandagach to Mangystautrain
45h 42m
$64–113
Train
1. Take the train from Magnitogorsk Pass to Kartaly-1train
2. Take the train from Cartaly 1 to Orenburgtrain
3. Take the train from Orenburg to Beineutrain 424
4. Take the train from Beineu to Mangystautrain
47h 40m

Magnitogorsk International Airport (MQF) to Aktau Airport (SCO) flights

6Weekly Planes

15h 17mAverage Duration

$158Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,248.8 km
Duration: 11h 52m

What companies run services between Magnitogorsk, Russia and Aktau, Kazakhstan?

Aeroflot Russian Airlines flies from Magnitogorsk International Airport (MQF) to Aktau Airport (SCO) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Magnitogorsk Pass to Aktau via Kartaly-1, Cartaly 1, Orenburg, Beineu, and Mangystau in around 47h 40m.

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