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

The cheapest way to get from Orenburg to Shymkent is to train via Arys which costs $30 - $50 and takes 36h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Orenburg to Shymkent is to fly which takes 8h 29m and costs $210 - $600.

Is there a direct train between Orenburg and Shymkent?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Orenburg and arriving at Shymkent. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 34h 55m.

How far is it from Orenburg to Shymkent?

The distance between Orenburg and Shymkent is 1529 km. The road distance is 1785.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Orenburg to Shymkent without a car is to train which takes 34h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 29m to get from Orenburg to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Orenburg to Shymkent train from?

Orenburg to Shymkent train services, operated by Kyrgyz Railways (КТЖ), depart from Orenburg station.

Train or fly from Orenburg to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Orenburg to Shymkent is to fly which takes 8h 29m and costs $210 - $600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 34h 55m.

Where does the Orenburg to Shymkent train arrive?

Orenburg to Shymkent train services, operated by Kyrgyz Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Shymkent station.

Can I drive from Orenburg to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Orenburg to Shymkent is 1786 km. It takes approximately 25h 14m to drive from Orenburg to Shymkent.

Where can I stay near Shymkent?

There are 327+ hotels available in Shymkent.

Orenburg to Shymkent - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Orenburg to Shymkent by plane, train, car, or bus

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Fly from Orenburg
best
1. Fly from Orenburg (REN) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane REN - CIT
8h 29m
$211–564
Train via Arys
cheapest
1. Take the train from Orenburg to Arys 1train 305 / ...
2. Take the train from Arys 1 to Shymkenttrain 088Х / ...
36h 15m
$31–50
Train
1. Take the train from Orenburg to Shymkenttrain 318
34h 55m
Drive 1,785.7 km
1. Drive from Orenburg to Shymkentcar 1,785.7 km
25h 14m
$147–212
Bus, train, train to Aktobe International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Orenburg Bus station to Sol-Iletskbus
2. Take the train from Iletsk-1 to Jaysantrain
3. Take the train from Jaysan to Aktobetrain
4. Fly from Aktobe International Airport (AKX) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane AKX - CIT
9h 42m
$128–299

Orenburg (REN) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) flights

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10h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,528.7 km
Duration: 8h 29m

What companies run services between Orenburg, Russia and Shymkent, Kazakhstan?

Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Smartavia, and three other airlines fly from Orenburg (REN) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) once daily. Alternatively, Kyrgyz Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Orenburg to Shymkent twice a week, and the journey takes 34h 55m.

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