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

The cheapest way to get from Turkistan to Aktau is to train which costs $30 - $65 and takes 35h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Turkistan to Aktau is to fly which takes 2h 59m and costs $160 - $310.

Is there a direct train between Turkistan and Aktau?

No, there is no direct train from Turkistan to Aktau. However, there are services departing from Turkestan and arriving at Mangystau via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 52m.

How far is it from Turkistan to Aktau?

The distance between Turkistan and Aktau is 1560 km. The road distance is 1796 km.

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

The best way to get from Turkistan to Aktau without a car is to train which takes 35h 52m and costs $30 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Turkistan to Aktau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Turkistan to Aktau train from?

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

Train or fly from Turkistan to Aktau?

The best way to get from Turkistan to Aktau is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $95 - $250. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $65 and takes 35h 52m.

Where does the Turkistan to Aktau train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Turkistan to Aktau?

Yes, the driving distance between Turkistan to Aktau is 1796 km. It takes approximately 33h 43m to drive from Turkistan to Aktau.

Where can I stay near Aktau?

There are 293+ hotels available in Aktau.

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Fly from Shymkent International Airport
best
1. Fly from Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Aktau Airport (SCO)plane CIT - SCO
3h 26m
$97–244
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Turkestan to Mangystautrain 077Т
35h 52m
$31–63
Drive 1,796 km
1. Drive from Turkestan to Aktaucar 1,796 km
33h 43m
$70–101
Fly from Tashkent International Airport
1. Fly from Tashkent International Airport (TAS) to Aktau Airport (SCO)plane TAS - SCO
6h 7m
$169–303
Fly from Turkistan
1. Fly from Turkistan (HSA) to Aktau Airport (SCO)plane HSA - SCO
2h 59m
$161–304

Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Aktau Airport (SCO) flights

39Weekly Planes

3h 49mAverage Duration

$79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,560 km
Duration: 3h 26m

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

Flyr, SCAT, and World Ticket fly from Shymkent International Airport (CIT) to Aktau Airport (SCO) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Turkestan to Mangystau once daily. Tickets cost $25–55 and the journey takes 35h 29m.

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