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

The cheapest way to get from Pavlodar to Shymkent is to train which costs $30 - $55 and takes 35h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pavlodar to Shymkent is to fly which takes 4h 55m and costs $85 - $240.

Is there a direct bus between Pavlodar and Shymkent?

No, there is no direct bus from Pavlodar station to Shymkent station. However, there are services departing from Pavlodar Bus station and arriving at Shymkent Samal Bus Station via Saparzhai bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Pavlodar and Shymkent?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pavlodar and arriving at Shymkent. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35h 17m.

How far is it from Pavlodar to Shymkent?

The distance between Pavlodar and Shymkent is 1258 km. The road distance is 1688.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Pavlodar to Shymkent without a car is to bus which takes 30h 39m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Pavlodar to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pavlodar to Shymkent bus from?

Pavlodar to Shymkent bus services, operated by Oskemen Bus Terminal, depart from Pavlodar Bus station.

Where do I catch the Pavlodar to Shymkent train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Pavlodar to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Pavlodar to Shymkent is to fly which takes 4h 55m and costs $85 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 30h 39m, you could also train, which costs $30 - $55 and takes 35h 17m.

Where does the Pavlodar to Shymkent bus arrive?

Pavlodar to Shymkent bus services, operated by Oskemen Bus Terminal, arrive at Saparzhai bus station.

Where does the Pavlodar to Shymkent train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pavlodar to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Pavlodar to Shymkent is 1688 km. It takes approximately 18h 47m to drive from Pavlodar to Shymkent.

Where can I stay near Shymkent?

There are 333+ hotels available in Shymkent.

Pavlodar to Shymkent - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Pavlodar to Shymkent by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Pavlodar (PWQ) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane PWQ - CIT
4h 55m
$87–239
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pavlodar to Shymkenttrain 045Ц
35h 17m
$32–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pavlodar Bus station to Saparzhai bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Saparzhai bus station to Shymkent Samal Bus Stationbus A600/3
30h 39m
Drive 1,688.2 km
1. Drive from Pavlodar to Shymkentcar 1,688.2 km
18h 47m
$66–95

Pavlodar to Shymkent by train

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35h 17mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,258.1 km
Duration: 4h 55m

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

Flyr, Air Astana, and two other airlines fly from Pavlodar (PWQ) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pavlodar Bus station to Shymkent via Saparzhai bus station and Shymkent Samal Bus Station in around 30h 39m.

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