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

The cheapest way to get from Shymkent to Karaganda is to train which costs $20 - $40 and takes 15h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shymkent to Karaganda is to fly which takes 2h 23m and costs $120 - $240.

Is there a direct bus between Shymkent and Karaganda?

No, there is no direct bus from Shymkent station to Karaganda station. However, there are services departing from Shymkent Samal Bus Station and arriving at Karagandy Bus station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Shymkent and Karaganda?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shymkent and arriving at Karaganda Pass. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 31m.

How far is it from Shymkent to Karaganda?

The distance between Shymkent and Karaganda is 903 km. The road distance is 1252.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Shymkent to Karaganda without a car is to train which takes 15h 31m and costs $20 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Shymkent to Karaganda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shymkent to Karaganda bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shymkent to Karaganda train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Shymkent to Karaganda?

The best way to get from Shymkent to Karaganda is to fly which takes 2h 23m and costs $120 - $240. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $20 - $40 and takes 15h 31m, you could also bus, which costs $30 - $31 and takes 19h 23m.

Where does the Shymkent to Karaganda bus arrive?

Shymkent to Karaganda bus services, operated by Shymkent Samal Bus Terminal, arrive at Karagandy Bus station.

Where does the Shymkent to Karaganda train arrive?

Shymkent to Karaganda train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), arrive at Karaganda Pass station.

Can I drive from Shymkent to Karaganda?

Yes, the driving distance between Shymkent to Karaganda is 1252 km. It takes approximately 13h 48m to drive from Shymkent to Karaganda.

How do I get a train ticket from Shymkent to Karaganda?

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Where can I stay near Karaganda?

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

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

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Fly to Karaganda Sary-Arka Airport
best
1. Fly from Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Karaganda Sary-Arka Airport (KGF)plane CIT - KGF
2h 23m
$129–232
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Karaganda Passtrain 086Т / ...
15h 31m
$20–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shymkent Samal Bus Station to Karagandy Bus stationbus 5
19h 23m
$30–31
Drive 1,252.4 km
1. Drive from Shymkent to Karagandacar 1,252.4 km
13h 48m
$49–70
Fly to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport, train
1. Fly from Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ)plane CIT - NQZ
2. Take the train from Astana Nurly Zhol to Karaganda Passtrain
6h 39m
$73–214
Train via Karaganda Sort
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Karaganda Sorttrain 056X / ...
23h 2m
$30–123

Shymkent to Karaganda by train

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Distance: 902.9 km
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Shymkent, Kazakhstan and Karaganda, Kazakhstan?

SCAT flies from Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Karaganda Sary-Arka Airport (KGF) twice a week. Alternatively, Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains) operates a train from Shymkent to Karaganda Pass once daily. Tickets cost $20–25 and the journey takes 15h 31m. Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) also services this route 3 times a day.

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