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

The cheapest way to get from Shymkent to Kokshetau is to bus and train which costs $35 - $55 and takes 28h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shymkent to Kokshetau is to fly and train which takes 6h 36m and costs $150 - $490.

Is there a direct train between Shymkent and Kokshetau?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shymkent and arriving at Kokshetau-1. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30h 38m.

How far is it from Shymkent to Kokshetau?

The distance between Shymkent and Kokshetau is 1253 km. The road distance is 1771.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Shymkent to Kokshetau without a car is to train via Astana which takes 24h 43m and costs $80 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Shymkent to Kokshetau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shymkent to Kokshetau train from?

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

Train or fly from Shymkent to Kokshetau?

The best way to get from Shymkent to Kokshetau is to fly which takes 7h 2m and costs $140 - $320. Alternatively, you can train via Astana, which costs $80 - $150 and takes 24h 43m.

Where does the Shymkent to Kokshetau train arrive?

Shymkent to Kokshetau train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), arrive at Astana Nurly Zhol station.

Can I drive from Shymkent to Kokshetau?

Yes, the driving distance between Shymkent to Kokshetau is 1772 km. It takes approximately 18h 39m to drive from Shymkent to Kokshetau.

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

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Where can I stay near Kokshetau?

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Shymkent to Kokshetau - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Shymkent to Kokshetau by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Kokshetau Airport
best
1. Fly from Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Kokshetau Airport (KOV)plane CIT - KOV
7h 2m
$148–311
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Kokshetau-1train 056X / ...
30h 38m
$30–49
Train via Astana
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Astana Nurly Zholtrain 086Т / ...
2. Take the train from Astana Nurly Zhol to Kokshetau-1train 145Ц
24h 43m
$84–149
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shymkent Samal Bus Station to Saparzhai bus stationbus 5
2. Take the train from Astana 1 to Kokshetau-1train 056X / ...
28h 57m
$37–53
Drive 1,771.6 km
1. Drive from Shymkent to Kokshetaucar 1,771.6 km
18h 39m
$69–99
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 Kokshetau-1train
7h 57m
$128–224
Fly to Petropavlosk South Airport, train
1. Fly from Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Petropavlosk South Airport (PPK)plane CIT - PPK
2. Take the train from Petropavlovsk to Kokshetau-1train
6h 36m
$150–488
Fly to Kostanay Airport, train
1. Fly from Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Kostanay Airport (KSN)plane CIT - KSN
2. Take the train from Kostanay to Kokshetau-1train
11h 46m
$117–231

Shymkent to Kokshetau by train

3Weekly Trains

24h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,252.8 km
Duration: 7h 2m

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

SCAT flies from Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Kokshetau Airport (KOV) twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Shymkent to Kokshetau-1 via Astana Nurly Zhol in around 24h 43m.

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