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How to get fromMerv to Bukharaby train, car, or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Merv to Bukhara by train, car, or bus

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  1. Train, drive

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    1. Take the train from Bayramaly to Turkmenabattrain train 95 / ...
    2. Drive from Turkmenabat to Alatcar car
    3. Take the train from Alat to Bukhara 1train train
    7h 57m
    $20–34

  2. Drive 354.2 km

    1. Drive from Merv to Bukharacar car 354.2 km
    6h 3m
    $32–46

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Bayramaly to Turkmenabattrain train 95 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Turkmenabat Bus Terminal to Olotbus bus
    3. Take the train from Alat to Bukhara 1train train
    10h 10m

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Map of how to get from Merv to Bukhara.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 371.5 km
  • Duration: 7h 57m

What companies run services between Merv, Turkmenistan and Bukhara, Uzbekistan?

There is no direct connection from Merv to Bukhara. However, you can take the taxi to Bayramaly, take the train to Turkmenabat, drive to Alat, take the train to Bukhara 1, then take the taxi to Bukhara. Alternatively, you can drive from Merv to Bukhara in around 6h 3m.

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