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 via Kandyagash which costs $45 - $85 and takes 43h 52m.

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 $170 - $700.

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 Shalkar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 0h.

How far is it from Magnitogorsk to Aktau?

The distance between Magnitogorsk and Aktau is 1249 km. The road distance is 1654.9 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 which takes 43h 10m and costs $50 - $90.

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 $170 - $700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $140 and takes 2 days 0h.

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 1655 km. It takes approximately 25h 38m to drive from Magnitogorsk to Aktau.

Where can I stay near Aktau?

There are 285+ hotels available in Aktau.

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

How to get fromMagnitogorsk to Aktau

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Magnitogorsk International Airport (MQF) to Aktau Airport (SCO)plane MQF - SCO
11h 52m
$170–663
Bus, train via Kandyagash #2
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
43h 52m
$48–80
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Magnitogorsk Bus station to Orenburg Bus stationbus
2. Take the train from Orenburg to Shalkartrain 305
3. Take the train from Shalkar to Mangystautrain
43h 10m
$51–85
Drive 1,654.9 km
1. Drive from Magnitogorsk to Aktaucar 1,654.9 km
25h 38m
$136–196
Bus, train via Kandyagash
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
43h 40m
$52–189
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 Shalkartrain 305
4. Take the train from Shalkar to Mangystautrain
2d
$66–139

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

6Weekly Planes

15h 17mAverage Duration

$162Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Magnitogorsk to Aktau.

Launch map view

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, Shalkar, and Mangystau in around 2d.

Airlines