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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Shymkent and Turkistan?

No, there is no direct bus from Shymkent station to Turkistan 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 Turkistan?

No, there is no direct train from Shymkent to Turkistan. However, there are services departing from Shymkent and arriving at Turkestan via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Shymkent to Turkistan?

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

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Shymkent to Turkistan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shymkent to Turkistan train from?

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

Train or bus from Shymkent to Turkistan?

The best way to get from Shymkent to Turkistan is to bus which takes 2h 7m and costs $5 - $6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $4 - $110 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Shymkent to Turkistan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shymkent to Turkistan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shymkent to Turkistan?

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

Where can I stay near Turkistan?

There are 108+ hotels available in Turkistan.

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There are 4 ways to get from Shymkent to Turkistan 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 033Ц / ...
2h 42m
$5–109
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

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Distance: 168.9 km
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between Shymkent, Kazakhstan and Turkistan, 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 $6–10 and the journey takes 2h 36m. Three other operators also service this route.

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