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

The cheapest way to get from Samarkand to Bukhara is to bus which costs $11 - $18 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Samarkand to Bukhara is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs $11 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Samarkand and Bukhara?

No, there is no direct bus from Samarkand station to Bukhara station. However, there are services departing from Samarkand Central Bus Station and arriving at Bukhara bus station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Samarkand and Bukhara?

No, there is no direct train from Samarkand to Bukhara. However, there are services departing from Samarkand and arriving at Bukhara 1 via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Samarkand to Bukhara?

The distance between Samarkand and Bukhara is 242 km. The road distance is 255.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Samarkand to Bukhara without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs $11 - $30.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Samarkand to Bukhara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Samarkand to Bukhara bus from?

Samarkand to Bukhara bus services, operated by Tashkent Bus Terminal, depart from Samarkand Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Samarkand to Bukhara train from?

Samarkand to Bukhara train services, operated by Uzbekistan Railways (OTY), depart from Samarkand station.

Train, bus or fly from Samarkand to Bukhara?

The best way to get from Samarkand to Bukhara is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs $11 - $30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $11 - $18 and takes 4h 23m, you could also fly, which costs $140 - $950 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Samarkand to Bukhara bus arrive?

Samarkand to Bukhara bus services, operated by Tashkent Bus Terminal, arrive at Bukhara bus station.

Where does the Samarkand to Bukhara train arrive?

Samarkand to Bukhara train services, operated by Uzbekistan Railways (OTY), arrive at Bukhara 1 station.

Can I drive from Samarkand to Bukhara?

Yes, the driving distance between Samarkand to Bukhara is 255 km. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Samarkand to Bukhara.

Where can I stay near Bukhara?

There are 496+ hotels available in Bukhara.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Samarkand to Bukhara 1train 712F / ...
2h 39m
$12–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Samarkand Central Bus Station to Bukhara bus stationbus
4h 23m
$12–17
Drive 255.2 km
1. Drive from Samarkand to Bukharacar 255.2 km
3h 53m
$23–33
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Samarkand to Bukharataxi 255.2 km
3h 53m
$25–31
Fly
1. Fly from Samarkand International Airport (SKD) to Bukhara International Airport (BHK)plane SKD - BHK
4h 34m
$142–903
Train via Samarkand
1. Take the train from Samarkand to Bukhara 1train 359
3h 27m

Samarkand International Airport (SKD) to Bukhara International Airport (BHK) flights

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Distance: 242.2 km
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Samarkand, Uzbekistan and Bukhara, Uzbekistan?

Uzbekistan Railways (OTY) operates a train from Samarkand to Bukhara 1 5 times a day. Tickets cost $10–16 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Uzbekistan Railways (High Speed Trains) also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, Tashkent Bus Terminal operates a bus from Samarkand Central Bus Station to Bukhara bus station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $11–16 and the journey takes 4h 16m.

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