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

The cheapest way to get from Novosibirsk to Aktau is to bus and train which costs $60 - $120 and takes 2 days 19h.

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

The fastest way to get from Novosibirsk to Aktau is to fly which takes 9h 45m and costs $150 - $700.

Is there a direct train between Novosibirsk and Aktau?

No, there is no direct train from Novosibirsk to Aktau. However, there are services departing from Novosibirsk Gl and arriving at Mangystau via Petropavlovsk, Kokshetau-1 and Makat. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 15h.

How far is it from Novosibirsk to Aktau?

The distance between Novosibirsk and Aktau is 2615 km. The road distance is 3235.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Novosibirsk to Aktau without a car is to train which takes 2 days 15h and costs $120 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 9h 45m to get from Novosibirsk to Aktau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Novosibirsk to Aktau train from?

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

Train or fly from Novosibirsk to Aktau?

The best way to get from Novosibirsk to Aktau is to fly which takes 9h 45m and costs $150 - $700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $120 - $240 and takes 2 days 15h.

What is the time difference between Novosibirsk and Aktau?

Aktau is 2h behind Novosibirsk. It is currently 7:39 PM in Novosibirsk and 5:39 PM in Aktau.

Where does the Novosibirsk to Aktau train arrive?

Novosibirsk to Aktau train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), arrive at Petropavlovsk station.

Can I drive from Novosibirsk to Aktau?

Yes, the driving distance between Novosibirsk to Aktau is 3235 km. It takes approximately 47h 57m to drive from Novosibirsk to Aktau.

Where can I stay near Aktau?

There are 285+ hotels available in Aktau.

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

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

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Fly from Tolmachevo Airport
best
1. Fly from Tolmachevo Airport (OVB) to Aktau Airport (SCO)plane OVB - SCO
9h 45m
$157–672
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Novosibirsk Bus station to Ekibastuzbus
2. Take the train from Ekibastuz 1 to Mangystautrain 037Х
2d 19h
$61–120
Train
1. Take the train from Novosibirsk Gl to Petropavlovsktrain
2. Take the train from Petropavlovsk to Kokshetau-1train
3. Take the train from Kokshetau-1 to Makattrain
4. Take the train from Makat to Mangystautrain
2d 15h
$122–240
Bus, train via Kyzylorda
1. Take the bus from Novosibirsk Bus station to Karagandy Bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Karagandy Bus station to Kyzylordabus
3. Take the train from Kyzylorda to Mangystautrain
2d 22h
$90–132
Drive 3,235.2 km
1. Drive from Novosibirsk to Aktaucar 3,235.2 km
47h 57m
$265–383
Train to Kemerovo, fly
1. Take the train from Novosibirsk Gl to Kemerovotrain
2. Fly from Kemerovo (KEJ) to Aktau Airport (SCO)plane KEJ - SCO
16h 37m
$254–949

Tolmachevo Airport (OVB) to Aktau Airport (SCO) flights

17Weekly Planes

7h 27mAverage Duration

$158Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,615.2 km
Duration: 9h 45m

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

S7 Airlines, SCAT, and three other airlines fly from Tolmachevo Airport (OVB) to Aktau Airport (SCO) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Novosibirsk Gl to Aktau via Petropavlovsk, Kokshetau-1, Makat, and Mangystau in around 2d 15h.

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