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

The cheapest way to get from Shymkent to Turkestan is to bus which costs $5 - $6 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shymkent to Turkestan is to bus which takes 2h 7m and costs $5 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Shymkent and Turkestan?

No, there is no direct bus from Shymkent station to Turkestan station. However, there are services departing from Shymkent Samal Bus Station and arriving at Turkestan bus station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Shymkent and Turkestan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shymkent and arriving at Turkestan. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Shymkent to Turkestan?

The distance between Shymkent and Turkestan is 169 km. The road distance is 167.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Shymkent to Turkestan without a car is to bus which takes 2h 7m and costs $5 - $6.

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

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

Where do I catch the Shymkent to Turkestan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shymkent to Turkestan train from?

Shymkent to Turkestan train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Shymkent station.

Train or bus from Shymkent to Turkestan?

The best way to get from Shymkent to Turkestan is to bus which takes 2h 7m and costs $5 - $6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5 - $100 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Shymkent to Turkestan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shymkent to Turkestan train arrive?

Shymkent to Turkestan train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Turkestan station.

Can I drive from Shymkent to Turkestan?

Yes, the driving distance between Shymkent to Turkestan is 168 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Shymkent to Turkestan.

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

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Where can I stay near Turkestan?

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Shymkent to Turkestan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Shymkent to Turkestan by bus, train, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from Shymkent Samal Bus Station to Turkestan bus stationbus Аб 8
2h 7m
$5–6
Train
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Turkestantrain 021Ц / ...
3h 18m
$5–100
Drive 167.6 km
1. Drive from Shymkent to Turkestancar 167.6 km
2h 25m
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi 167.6 km
2h 25m
$20–25

Shymkent to Turkestan by train

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Distance: 168.9 km
Duration: 2h 7m

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

Shymkent Samal Bus Terminal operates a bus from Shymkent Samal Bus Station to Turkestan bus station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $4 and the journey takes 2h. Astana Saparzhai Bus Terminal also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Shymkent to Turkestan 4 times a day. Tickets cost $9–19 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Three other operators also service this route.

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