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

The cheapest way to get from Mangistau to Shymkent is to train which costs $35 - $60 and takes 40h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mangistau to Shymkent is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $100 - $230.

Is there a direct train between Mangistau and Shymkent?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mangystau and arriving at Shymkent. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40h 21m.

How far is it from Mangistau to Shymkent?

The distance between Mangistau and Shymkent is 1545 km. The road distance is 2156.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Mangistau to Shymkent without a car is to train which takes 40h 21m and costs $35 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Mangistau to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mangistau to Shymkent train from?

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

Train or fly from Mangistau to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Mangistau to Shymkent is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $100 - $230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $60 and takes 40h 21m.

Where does the Mangistau to Shymkent train arrive?

Mangistau to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Shymkent station.

Can I drive from Mangistau to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Mangistau to Shymkent is 2157 km. It takes approximately 29h 5m to drive from Mangistau to Shymkent.

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

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Where can I stay near Shymkent?

There are 339+ hotels available in Shymkent.

Mangistau to Shymkent - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Mangistau to Shymkent by plane, train, car, or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane SCO - CIT
2h 57m
$101–223
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mangystau to Shymkenttrain 077X
40h 21m
$35–60
Drive 2,156.7 km
1. Drive from Mangistau to Shymkentcar 2,156.7 km
29h 5m
$84–121
Train, bus, drive
1. Take the train from Mangystau to Nukustrain 649
2. Take the bus from Nukus Kubla Bus station to Tashkent bus stationbus
3. Drive from Chirchiq to Shymkentcar
44h 14m
$42–57

Mangistau to Shymkent by train

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40h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,545 km
Duration: 2h 57m

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

SCAT and Flyr fly from Aktau Airport (SCO) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Mangystau to Shymkent once daily. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 40h 21m.

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