What is the cheapest way to get from Saint Petersburg to Aktau?

The cheapest way to get from Saint Petersburg to Aktau is to train via Maqat which costs $85 - $160 and takes 2 days 15h.

What is the fastest way to get from Saint Petersburg to Aktau?

The fastest way to get from Saint Petersburg to Aktau is to fly which takes 11h 44m and costs $120 - $600.

Is there a direct train between Saint Petersburg and Aktau?

No, there is no direct train from Saint Petersburg to Aktau. However, there are services departing from St Petersburg Glavny and arriving at Mangystau via Aksarayskaya-1 and Beineu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 12h.

How far is it from Saint Petersburg to Aktau?

The distance between Saint Petersburg and Aktau is 2305 km. The road distance is 3312.9 km.

How do I travel from Saint Petersburg to Aktau without a car?

The best way to get from Saint Petersburg to Aktau without a car is to train which takes 2 days 12h and costs .

How long does it take to get from Saint Petersburg to Aktau?

It takes approximately 11h 44m to get from Saint Petersburg to Aktau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saint Petersburg to Aktau train from?

Saint Petersburg to Aktau train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), depart from St Petersburg Glavny station.

Train or fly from Saint Petersburg to Aktau?

The best way to get from Saint Petersburg to Aktau is to fly which takes 11h 44m and costs $120 - $600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 2 days 12h.

What is the time difference between Saint Petersburg and Aktau?

Aktau is 2h ahead of Saint Petersburg. It is currently 3:13 AM in Saint Petersburg and 5:13 AM in Aktau.

Where does the Saint Petersburg to Aktau train arrive?

Saint Petersburg to Aktau train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), arrive at Aksaraiskaia station.

Can I drive from Saint Petersburg to Aktau?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint Petersburg to Aktau is 3313 km. It takes approximately 41h 51m to drive from Saint Petersburg to Aktau.

Where can I stay near Aktau?

There are 293+ hotels available in Aktau.

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There are 5 ways to get from Saint Petersburg to Aktau by plane, train, car, or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Pulkovo Airport (LED) to Aktau Airport (SCO)plane LED - SCO
11h 44m
$129–561
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal to Cheboksary Bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Cheboksary Bus station to Syzranbus 630
3. Take the train from Syzran 1 to Shalkartrain 305
4. Take the train from Shalkar to Mangystautrain
2d 23h
$82–148
Train
1. Take the train from St Petersburg Glavny to Aksaraiskaiatrain
2. Take the train from Aksarayskaya-1 to Beineutrain 330 / ...
3. Take the train from Beineu to Mangystautrain
2d 12h
Drive 3,312.9 km
1. Drive from Saint Petersburg to Aktaucar 3,312.9 km
41h 51m
$272–392
Train via Maqat
1. Take the train from St Petersburg Glavny to Verhnii Baskunchaktrain
2. Take the train from Verkhniy Baskunchak to Makattrain
3. Take the train from Makat to Mangystautrain
2d 15h
$88–153

Pulkovo Airport (LED) to Aktau Airport (SCO) flights

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9h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,304.7 km
Duration: 11h 44m

What companies run services between Saint Petersburg, Russia and Aktau, Kazakhstan?

SCAT, Aeroflot Russian Airlines, and five other airlines fly from Pulkovo Airport (LED) to Aktau Airport (SCO) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from St Petersburg Glavny to Aktau via Aksaraiskaia, Aksarayskaya-1, Beineu, and Mangystau in around 2d 12h.

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