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

The cheapest way to get from Otar to Shymkent is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 7h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Otar to Shymkent is to train and fly which takes 6h 7m and costs $45 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Otar and Shymkent?

No, there is no direct bus from Otar to Shymkent station. However, there are services departing from Otar and arriving at Shymkent Samal Bus Station via Taraz bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Otar and Shymkent?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Otar and arriving at Shymkent. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 48m.

How far is it from Otar to Shymkent?

The distance between Otar and Shymkent is 800 km. The road distance is 532.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Otar to Shymkent without a car is to bus which takes 10h 47m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Otar to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Otar to Shymkent bus from?

Otar to Shymkent bus services, operated by Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal, depart from Otar station.

Where do I catch the Otar to Shymkent train from?

Otar to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Otar station.

Train or bus from Otar to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Otar to Shymkent is to bus which takes 10h 47m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10 - $160 and takes 10h 48m.

Where does the Otar to Shymkent bus arrive?

Otar to Shymkent bus services, operated by Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal, arrive at Taraz bus station.

Where does the Otar to Shymkent train arrive?

Otar to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Shymkent station.

Can I drive from Otar to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Otar to Shymkent is 533 km. It takes approximately 7h 1m to drive from Otar to Shymkent.

Where can I stay near Shymkent?

There are 347+ hotels available in Shymkent.

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Train to Almaty International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Otar to Almaty 1train
2. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane ALA - CIT
6h 7m
$49–182
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Otar to Shymkenttrain 077Т / ...
10h 48m
$10–160
Bus
1. Take the bus from Otar to Taraz bus stationbus 235
2. Take the bus from Taraz bus station to Shymkent Samal Bus Stationbus A600/3
10h 47m
Drive 532.8 km
1. Drive from Otar to Shymkentcar 532.8 km
7h 1m
$21–30
Drive to Issyk-Kul International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Otar to Issyk-Kul International Airport (IKU)car
2. Fly from Issyk-Kul International Airport (IKU) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane IKU - CIT
9h 24m
$163–634

Otar to Shymkent by train

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Distance: 800 km
Duration: 6h 7m

What companies run services between Otar, Kazakhstan and Shymkent, Kazakhstan?

You can take a bus from Otar to Shymkent via Taraz bus station and Shymkent Samal Bus Station in around 10h 47m. Alternatively, Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Otar to Shymkent twice daily. Tickets cost $10–18 and the journey takes 10h 48m. Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ) also services this route 3 times a week.

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