What is the cheapest way to get from Samarkand to Aktau?

The cheapest way to get from Samarkand to Aktau is to bus and train which costs $40 - $55 and takes 46h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Samarkand to Aktau?

The fastest way to get from Samarkand to Aktau is to fly which takes 9h 14m and costs $240 - $700.

Is there a direct train between Samarkand and Aktau?

No, there is no direct train from Samarkand to Aktau. However, there are services departing from Samarkand and arriving at Mangystau via Beineu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 57m.

How far is it from Samarkand to Aktau?

The distance between Samarkand and Aktau is 1428 km. The road distance is 1753.6 km.

How do I travel from Samarkand to Aktau without a car?

The best way to get from Samarkand to Aktau without a car is to train which takes 33h 57m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Samarkand to Aktau?

It takes approximately 9h 14m to get from Samarkand to Aktau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Samarkand to Aktau train from?

Samarkand to Aktau train services, operated by Tajikistan Railways, depart from Samarkand station.

Train or fly from Samarkand to Aktau?

The best way to get from Samarkand to Aktau is to fly which takes 9h 14m and costs $240 - $700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 33h 57m.

Where does the Samarkand to Aktau train arrive?

Samarkand to Aktau train services, operated by Tajikistan Railways, arrive at Beineu station.

Can I drive from Samarkand to Aktau?

Yes, the driving distance between Samarkand to Aktau is 1754 km. It takes approximately 23h 5m to drive from Samarkand to Aktau.

Where can I stay near Aktau?

There are 283+ hotels available in Aktau.

Samarkand to Aktau - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Samarkand to Aktau by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Samarkand International Airport
best
1. Fly from Samarkand International Airport (SKD) to Aktau Airport (SCO)plane SKD - SCO
9h 14m
$248–660
Train via Samarkand
cheapest
1. Take the train from Samarkand to Beineutrain 124F
2. Take the train from Beineu to Mangystautrain 077Т / ...
35h 45m
$39–60
Train
1. Take the train from Samarkand to Beineutrain 359
2. Take the train from Beineu to Mangystautrain 077Т / ...
33h 57m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Samarkand Central Bus Station to Tashkent bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Tashkent bus station to Nukus Kubla Bus stationbus
3. Take the train from Nukus to Mangystautrain
46h 17m
$41–53
Drive 1,753.6 km
1. Drive from Samarkand to Aktaucar 1,753.6 km
23h 5m
$155–224
Train to Tashkent International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Samarkand to Tashkent Centraltrain
2. Fly from Tashkent International Airport (TAS) to Aktau Airport (SCO)plane TAS - SCO
9h 42m
$201–374

Samarkand International Airport (SKD) to Aktau Airport (SCO) flights

4Weekly Planes

9h 10mAverage Duration

$272Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,428.1 km
Duration: 9h 14m

What companies run services between Samarkand, Uzbekistan and Aktau, Kazakhstan?

Flyr, Air Astana, and two other airlines fly from Samarkand International Airport (SKD) to Aktau Airport (SCO) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Samarkand to Aktau via Beineu and Mangystau in around 33h 57m.

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