What is the cheapest way to get from Moscow to Baikonur?

The cheapest way to get from Moscow to Baikonur is to train which costs $35 - $60 and takes 2 days 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from Moscow to Baikonur?

The fastest way to get from Moscow to Baikonur is to fly and train which takes 15h 24m and costs $180 - $750.

Is there a direct train between Moscow and Baikonur?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paveletsky Rail Terminal and arriving at Toretam. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2 days 3h.

How far is it from Moscow to Baikonur?

The distance between Moscow and Baikonur is 2607 km. The road distance is 2548.6 km.

How do I travel from Moscow to Baikonur without a car?

The best way to get from Moscow to Baikonur without a car is to bus and train which takes 2 days 1h and costs $70 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Moscow to Baikonur?

It takes approximately 17h 9m to get from Moscow to Baikonur, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Moscow to Baikonur train from?

Moscow to Baikonur train services, operated by Kyrgyz Railways (КТЖ), depart from Paveletsky Rail Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Moscow and Baikonur?

Baikonur is 2h ahead of Moscow. It is currently 5:55 PM in Moscow and 7:55 PM in Baikonur.

Where does the Moscow to Baikonur train arrive?

Moscow to Baikonur train services, operated by Kyrgyz Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Toretam station.

Can I drive from Moscow to Baikonur?

Yes, the driving distance between Moscow to Baikonur is 2549 km. It takes approximately 35h 16m to drive from Moscow to Baikonur.

Moscow to Baikonur - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Fly Moscow Vnukovo to Kyzylorda Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Moscow Vnukovo (VKO) to Kyzylorda Airport (KZO)plane VKO - KZO
2. Take the train from Kyzylorda to Toretamtrain
17h 9m
$255–722
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Paveletsky Rail Terminal to Toretamtrain 318
2d 3h
$35–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Moscow Kotelniki Bus Station to Kazan Stolichnyy Bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Kazan Stolichnyy Bus station to Aktobe Bus stationbus
3. Take the train from Aktobe to Toretamtrain
2d 1h
$71–257
Drive 2,548.6 km
1. Drive from Moscow to Baikonurcar 2,548.6 km
35h 16m
$209–302
Fly Sheremetyevo International Airport to Kyzylorda Airport, train
1. Fly from Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) to Kyzylorda Airport (KZO)plane SVO - KZO
2. Take the train from Kyzylorda to Toretamtrain
15h 24m
$188–725
Fly Moscow Vnukovo to Zhezkazgan Airport, train
1. Fly from Moscow Vnukovo (VKO) to Zhezkazgan Airport (DZN)plane VKO - DZN
2. Take the train from Zhezqazghan to Toretamtrain
27h 14m
$279–788
Fly Sheremetyevo International Airport to Zhezkazgan Airport, train
1. Fly from Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) to Zhezkazgan Airport (DZN)plane SVO - DZN
2. Take the train from Zhezqazghan to Toretamtrain
27h 44m
$192–791
Train via Novokazalinsk
1. Take the train from Paveletsky Rail Terminal to Kazalytrain 305
2. Take the train from Kazaly to Toretamtrain 041Р / ...
2d 3h
$45–69

Moscow to Baikonur by train

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Distance: 2,607.2 km
Duration: 17h 9m

What companies run services between Moscow, Russia and Baikonur, Kazakhstan?

Kyrgyz Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Paveletsky Rail Terminal to Toretam twice a week. Tickets cost $200–310 and the journey takes 2d 3h. Uzbekistan Railways (OTY) also services this route twice a week.

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