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

The cheapest way to get from Shymkent to Ürümqi is to bus which costs ¥240 - ¥550 and takes 31h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shymkent to Ürümqi is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs ¥1300 - ¥3000.

Is there a direct bus between Shymkent and Ürümqi?

No, there is no direct bus from Shymkent station to Ürümqi. However, there are services departing from Shymkent Samal Bus Station and arriving at Ürümqi via Almaty Sayran Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 15m.

How far is it from Shymkent to Ürümqi?

The distance between Shymkent and Ürümqi is 1499 km. The road distance is 1653.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Shymkent to Ürümqi without a car is to bus which takes 31h 15m and costs ¥240 - ¥550.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Shymkent to Ürümqi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shymkent to Ürümqi bus from?

Shymkent to Ürümqi bus services, operated by Shymkent Samal Bus Terminal, depart from Shymkent Samal Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Shymkent to Ürümqi?

The best way to get from Shymkent to Ürümqi is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs ¥1300 - ¥3000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ¥240 - ¥550 and takes 31h 15m.

Where does the Shymkent to Ürümqi bus arrive?

Shymkent to Ürümqi bus services, operated by Shymkent Samal Bus Terminal, arrive at Almaty Sayran Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Shymkent and Ürümqi?

Ürümqi is 1h ahead of Shymkent. It is currently 3:48 PM in Shymkent and 4:48 PM in Ürümqi.

Can I drive from Shymkent to Ürümqi?

Yes, the driving distance between Shymkent to Ürümqi is 1654 km. It takes approximately 18h 16m to drive from Shymkent to Ürümqi.

Where can I stay near Ürümqi?

There are 61+ hotels available in Ürümqi.

Shymkent to Ürümqi - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Shymkent to Ürümqi by plane, train, car, or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)plane CIT - URC
3h 25m
¥1,331–2,934
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Almaty 2train 012X / ...
2. Take the bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Ürümqibus 412
34h 12m
¥198–1,643
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Almaty 1train
2. Take the train from Almaty 1 to Kerimagashtrain
3. Drive from Kerimagash to Yiningcar
4. Take the train from Yining to Ürümqitrain
28h 10m
¥418–1,707
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shymkent Samal Bus Station to Almaty Sayran Bus Stationbus 3
2. Take the bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Ürümqibus 412
31h 15m
¥245–541
Drive 1,653.5 km
1. Drive from Shymkent to Ürümqicar 1,653.5 km
18h 16m
¥1,401–2,023
Train, bus via Chemolgan
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Tschemolgantrain 077X / ...
2. Take the bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Ürümqibus 412
35h 23m
¥288–744

Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) flights

3Weekly Planes

2h 15mAverage Duration

¥1,073Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,499.3 km
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Shymkent, Kazakhstan and Ürümqi, China?

SCAT flies from Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) 3 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Shymkent to Ürümqi via Shymkent Samal Bus Station, Almaty Sayran Bus Station, and Ürümqi in around 31h 15m.

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