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

The cheapest way to get from Shymkent to Urgench is to drive and bus which costs $28 - $34 and takes 21h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shymkent to Urgench is to fly which takes 7h 31m and costs $200 - $450.

Is there a direct train between Shymkent and Urgench?

No, there is no direct train from Shymkent to Urgench. However, there are services departing from Shymkent and arriving at Urgench via Tashkent Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 39m.

How far is it from Shymkent to Urgench?

The distance between Shymkent and Urgench is 1203 km. The road distance is 1053.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Shymkent to Urgench without a car is to train which takes 14h 39m and costs $65 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 14h 39m to get from Shymkent to Urgench, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shymkent to Urgench train from?

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

Train or fly from Shymkent to Urgench?

The best way to get from Shymkent to Urgench is to train which takes 14h 39m and costs $65 - $110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $200 - $450 and takes 7h 31m.

Where does the Shymkent to Urgench train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shymkent to Urgench?

Yes, the driving distance between Shymkent to Urgench is 1054 km. It takes approximately 15h 37m to drive from Shymkent to Urgench.

Where can I stay near Urgench?

There are 22+ hotels available in Urgench.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Tashkent Centraltrain 001Х
2. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Urgenchtrain 752Ж
14h 39m
$66–102
Train via Shymkent
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Tashkent Centraltrain 001Х
2. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Urgenchtrain 124F
21h 55m
$24–36
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Shymkent to Chirchiqcar
2. Take the bus from Tashkent bus station to Urgenchbus
21h 2m
$29–34
Drive 1,053.5 km
1. Drive from Shymkent to Urgenchcar 1,053.5 km
15h 37m
$93–135
Train to Tashkent International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Tashkent Centraltrain
2. Fly from Tashkent International Airport (TAS) to Urgench International Airport (UGC)plane TAS - UGC
9h 40m
$108–860
Fly from Shymkent International Airport
1. Fly from Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Urgench International Airport (UGC)plane CIT - UGC
7h 31m
$203–445

Shymkent to Urgench by train

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14h 39mAverage Duration

$66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,203.3 km
Duration: 14h 39m

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

You can take a train from Shymkent to Urgench via Tashkent Central in around 14h 39m. Alternatively, SCAT, Uzbekistan, and three other airlines fly from Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Urgench International Airport (UGC) 3 times a day.

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