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

The cheapest way to get from Shymkent to Nukus is to drive and bus which costs $24 - $30 and takes 22h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shymkent to Nukus is to fly which takes 6h 48m and costs $190 - $650.

Is there a direct train between Shymkent and Nukus?

No, there is no direct train from Shymkent to Nukus. However, there are services departing from Shymkent and arriving at Nukus via Tashkent Central and Urgench. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 7m.

How far is it from Shymkent to Nukus?

The distance between Shymkent and Nukus is 828 km. The road distance is 1179.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Shymkent to Nukus without a car is to train which takes 19h 7m and costs $75 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Shymkent to Nukus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shymkent to Nukus train from?

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

Train or fly from Shymkent to Nukus?

The best way to get from Shymkent to Nukus is to fly which takes 6h 48m and costs $190 - $650. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $120 and takes 19h 7m.

Where does the Shymkent to Nukus train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shymkent to Nukus?

Yes, the driving distance between Shymkent to Nukus is 1180 km. It takes approximately 17h 7m to drive from Shymkent to Nukus.

Where can I stay near Nukus?

There are 37+ hotels available in Nukus.

Shymkent to Nukus - 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 Nukus (NCU)plane CIT - NCU
6h 48m
$193–605
Drive, bus
cheapest
1. Drive from Shymkent to Chirchiqcar
2. Take the bus from Tashkent bus station to Nukus Kubla Bus stationbus
22h 2m
$25–30
Train
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Tashkent Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Urgenchtrain
3. Take the train from Urgench to Nukustrain
19h 7m
$75–116
Drive 1,179.9 km
1. Drive from Shymkent to Nukuscar 1,179.9 km
17h 7m
$105–151
Train to Tashkent International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Tashkent Centraltrain
2. Fly from Tashkent International Airport (TAS) to Nukus (NCU)plane TAS - NCU
9h 47m
$108–400

Shymkent to Nukus by train

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19h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 828 km
Duration: 6h 48m

What companies run services between Shymkent, Kazakhstan and Nukus, Uzbekistan?

Air Astana, Uzbekistan, and SCAT fly from Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Nukus (NCU) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Shymkent to Nukus via Tashkent Central and Urgench in around 19h 7m.

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