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

The cheapest way to get from Shymkent to Dushanbe is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 8h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shymkent to Dushanbe is to fly which takes 5h 58m and costs $210 - $700.

Is there a direct train between Shymkent and Dushanbe?

No, there is no direct train from Shymkent to Dushanbe. However, there are services departing from Shymkent and arriving at Dushanbe via Tashkent Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 18m.

How far is it from Shymkent to Dushanbe?

The distance between Shymkent and Dushanbe is 442 km. The road distance is 539.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Shymkent to Dushanbe without a car is to train which takes 26h 18m and costs $35 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Shymkent to Dushanbe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shymkent to Dushanbe train from?

Shymkent to Dushanbe train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), depart from Shymkent station.

Train or fly from Shymkent to Dushanbe?

The best way to get from Shymkent to Dushanbe is to fly which takes 5h 58m and costs $210 - $700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $60 and takes 26h 18m.

Where does the Shymkent to Dushanbe train arrive?

Shymkent to Dushanbe train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), arrive at Tashkent Central station.

Can I drive from Shymkent to Dushanbe?

Yes, the driving distance between Shymkent to Dushanbe is 540 km. It takes approximately 8h 9m to drive from Shymkent to Dushanbe.

Where can I stay near Dushanbe?

There are 139+ hotels available in Dushanbe.

Shymkent to Dushanbe - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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Fly from Shymkent International Airport
best
1. Fly from Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Dushanbe International Airport (DYU)plane CIT - DYU
5h 58m
$212–653
Drive 539.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Shymkent to Dushanbecar 539.6 km
8h 9m
$21–31
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Shymkent to Chirchiqcar
2. Take the bus from Tashkent bus station to Zominbus
3. Drive from Zomin to Shahristancar
4. Take the bus from Shahristan to Asian Express Terminalbus
13h 25m
$35–45
Train
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Tashkent Centraltrain 001Х
2. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Dushanbetrain 302
26h 18m
$39–56
Train to Tashkent International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Tashkent Centraltrain
2. Fly from Tashkent International Airport (TAS) to Dushanbe International Airport (DYU)plane TAS - DYU
8h 52m
$95–397

Shymkent to Dushanbe by train

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26h 18mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 442.4 km
Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Shymkent, Kazakhstan and Dushanbe, Tajikistan?

Air Astana, SCAT, and two other airlines fly from Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Dushanbe International Airport (DYU) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Shymkent to Dushanbe via Tashkent Central in around 26h 18m.

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