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

The cheapest way to get from Nukus to Shymkent is to bus and drive which costs $23 - $30 and takes 22h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nukus to Shymkent is to fly which takes 7h 43m and costs $170 - $600.

Is there a direct train between Nukus and Shymkent?

No, there is no direct train from Nukus to Shymkent. However, there are services departing from Nukus and arriving at Shymkent via Urgench and Tashkent Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 13m.

How far is it from Nukus to Shymkent?

The distance between Nukus and Shymkent is 1057 km. The road distance is 1191.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Nukus to Shymkent without a car is to train via Urgench which takes 19h 13m and costs $75 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 9h 19m to get from Nukus to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nukus to Shymkent train from?

Nukus to Shymkent train services, operated by Uzbekistan Railways (OTY), depart from Nukus station.

Train or fly from Nukus to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Nukus to Shymkent is to train via Urgench which takes 19h 13m and costs $75 - $120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $170 - $600 and takes 7h 43m.

Where does the Nukus to Shymkent train arrive?

Nukus to Shymkent train services, operated by Uzbekistan Railways (OTY), arrive at Urgench station.

Can I drive from Nukus to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Nukus to Shymkent is 1192 km. It takes approximately 17h 20m to drive from Nukus to Shymkent.

Where can I stay near Shymkent?

There are 318+ hotels available in Shymkent.

Nukus to Shymkent - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Nukus to Shymkent by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Tashkent International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Nukus (NCU) to Tashkent International Airport (TAS)plane NCU - TAS
2. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Shymkenttrain
9h 19m
$108–410
Bus, drive
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nukus Kubla Bus station to Tashkent bus stationbus
2. Drive from Chirchiq to Shymkentcar
22h 2m
$24–30
Train via Urgench
1. Take the train from Nukus to Urgenchtrain
2. Take the train from Urgench to Tashkent Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Shymkenttrain
19h 13m
$76–116
Drive 1,191.8 km
1. Drive from Nukus to Shymkentcar 1,191.8 km
17h 20m
$106–152
Fly to Shymkent International Airport
1. Fly from Nukus (NCU) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane NCU - CIT
7h 43m
$173–554
Train
1. Take the train from Nukus to Tashkent Centraltrain 123F
2. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Shymkenttrain 001Ь
24h 38m
$26–39

Nukus to Shymkent by train

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19h 13mAverage Duration

$76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,057 km
Duration: 9h 19m

What companies run services between Nukus, Uzbekistan and Shymkent, Kazakhstan?

You can take a train from Nukus to Shymkent via Urgench and Tashkent Central in around 19h 13m. Alternatively, Uzbekistan, SCAT, and two other airlines fly from Nukus (NCU) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) twice daily.

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