What is the cheapest way to get from Taraz to Aktau?

The cheapest way to get from Taraz to Aktau is to train which costs $40 - $70 and takes 44h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Taraz to Aktau?

The fastest way to get from Taraz to Aktau is to fly which takes 5h 55m and costs $110 - $360.

Is there a direct train between Taraz and Aktau?

No, there is no direct train from Taraz to Aktau. However, there are services departing from Taraz and arriving at Mangystau via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 5m.

How far is it from Taraz to Aktau?

The distance between Taraz and Aktau is 1669 km. The road distance is 2334.6 km.

How do I travel from Taraz to Aktau without a car?

The best way to get from Taraz to Aktau without a car is to train which takes 44h 5m and costs $40 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Taraz to Aktau?

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Taraz to Aktau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taraz to Aktau train from?

Taraz to Aktau train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Taraz station.

Train or fly from Taraz to Aktau?

The best way to get from Taraz to Aktau is to fly which takes 5h 55m and costs $110 - $360. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $70 and takes 44h 5m.

Where does the Taraz to Aktau train arrive?

Taraz to Aktau train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Mangystau station.

Can I drive from Taraz to Aktau?

Yes, the driving distance between Taraz to Aktau is 2335 km. It takes approximately 31h 37m to drive from Taraz to Aktau.

Where can I stay near Aktau?

There are 276+ hotels available in Aktau.

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There are 5 ways to get from Taraz to Aktau by plane, train, car, or bus

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Fly from Taraz Airport
best
1. Fly from Taraz Airport (DMB) to Aktau Airport (SCO)plane DMB - SCO
5h 55m
$119–351
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Taraz to Mangystautrain 077Т
44h 5m
$43–67
Drive 2,334.6 km
1. Drive from Taraz to Aktaucar 2,334.6 km
31h 37m
$91–131
Train to Shymkent International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Taraz to Shymkenttrain
2. Fly from Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Aktau Airport (SCO)plane CIT - SCO
7h 45m
$99–343
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Taraz bus station to Shymkent Samal Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Shymkent Samal Bus Station to Toretambus 10
3. Take the train from Toretam to Mangystautrain
45h 49m

Taraz Airport (DMB) to Aktau Airport (SCO) flights

7Weekly Planes

5h 15mAverage Duration

$116Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,668.9 km
Duration: 5h 55m

What companies run services between Taraz, Kazakhstan and Aktau, Kazakhstan?

SCAT flies from Taraz Airport (DMB) to Aktau Airport (SCO) once daily. Alternatively, Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Taraz to Mangystau once daily. Tickets cost $38–60 and the journey takes 43h 48m.

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