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

The cheapest way to get from Samarkand to Turkestan is to train via Shymkent which costs $18 - $150 and takes 13h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Samarkand to Turkestan is to drive which takes 9h 21m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct train between Samarkand and Turkestan?

No, there is no direct train from Samarkand to Turkestan. However, there are services departing from Samarkand and arriving at Turkestan via Tashkent Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 48m.

How far is it from Samarkand to Turkestan?

The distance between Samarkand and Turkestan is 596 km. The road distance is 522.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Samarkand to Turkestan without a car is to train which takes 11h 48m and costs $30 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 11h 48m to get from Samarkand to Turkestan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Samarkand to Turkestan train from?

Samarkand to Turkestan train services, operated by Uzbekistan Railways (High Speed Trains), depart from Samarkand station.

Train or fly from Samarkand to Turkestan?

The best way to get from Samarkand to Turkestan is to train which takes 11h 48m and costs $30 - $55. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $420 - $1,300 and takes 10h 25m.

Where does the Samarkand to Turkestan train arrive?

Samarkand to Turkestan train services, operated by Uzbekistan Railways (High Speed Trains), arrive at Tashkent Central station.

Can I drive from Samarkand to Turkestan?

Yes, the driving distance between Samarkand to Turkestan is 522 km. It takes approximately 9h 21m to drive from Samarkand to Turkestan.

How do I get a train ticket from Samarkand to Turkestan?

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Where can I stay near Turkestan?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Samarkand to Tashkent Centraltrain 751М
2. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Turkestantrain 305F / ...
11h 48m
$34–50
Train via Shymkent
cheapest
1. Take the train from Samarkand to Tashkent Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Shymkenttrain
3. Take the train from Shymkent to Turkestantrain
13h 15m
$19–150
Drive 522.3 km
1. Drive from Samarkand to Turkestancar 522.3 km
9h 21m
$47–67
Fly to Tashkent International Airport, train
1. Fly from Samarkand International Airport (SKD) to Tashkent International Airport (TAS)plane SKD - TAS
2. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Turkestantrain
11h
$108–668
Train #2
1. Take the train from Samarkand to Tashkent Centraltrain 765Ф / ...
2. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Turkestantrain 305F / ...
11h 48m
$23–50
Fly to Turkistan
1. Fly from Samarkand International Airport (SKD) to Turkistan (HSA)plane SKD - HSA
10h 25m
$424–1,206

Samarkand to Turkestan by train

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Distance: 595.9 km
Duration: 11h 48m

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

You can take a train from Samarkand to Turkestan via Tashkent Central in around 11h 48m. Alternatively, China Southern Airlines, World Ticket, and four other airlines fly from Samarkand International Airport (SKD) to Turkistan (HSA) 6 times a week.

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