What is the cheapest way to get from Ulan-Ude to Almaty?

The cheapest way to get from Ulan-Ude to Almaty is to train and bus which costs $120 - $200 and takes 3 days 7h.

What is the fastest way to get from Ulan-Ude to Almaty?

The fastest way to get from Ulan-Ude to Almaty is to fly which takes 6h 31m and costs $120 - $600.

Is there a direct train between Ulan-Ude and Almaty?

No, there is no direct train from Ulan-Ude to Almaty. However, there are services departing from Ulan-Ude and arriving at Almaty 2 via Novosibirsk-Glavny. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 10h.

How far is it from Ulan-Ude to Almaty?

The distance between Ulan-Ude and Almaty is 2477 km. The road distance is 3411.4 km.

How do I travel from Ulan-Ude to Almaty without a car?

The best way to get from Ulan-Ude to Almaty without a car is to train and bus which takes 3 days 7h and costs $120 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Ulan-Ude to Almaty?

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Ulan-Ude to Almaty, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ulan-Ude to Almaty train from?

Ulan-Ude to Almaty train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), depart from Ulan-Ude station.

Train or fly from Ulan-Ude to Almaty?

The best way to get from Ulan-Ude to Almaty is to fly which takes 6h 31m and costs $120 - $600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $200 - $390 and takes 3 days 10h.

What is the time difference between Ulan-Ude and Almaty?

Almaty is 3h behind Ulan-Ude. It is currently 10:38 AM in Ulan-Ude and 7:38 AM in Almaty.

Where does the Ulan-Ude to Almaty train arrive?

Ulan-Ude to Almaty train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), arrive at Novosibirsk Gl station.

Can I drive from Ulan-Ude to Almaty?

Yes, the driving distance between Ulan-Ude to Almaty is 3411 km. It takes approximately 2 days 0h to drive from Ulan-Ude to Almaty.

Where can I stay near Almaty?

There are 3588+ hotels available in Almaty.

Ulan-Ude to Almaty - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ulan-Ude to Almaty by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Ulan-Ude (UUD) to Almaty International Airport (ALA)plane UUD - ALA
6h 31m
$124–554
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ulan-Ude to Bolotnaiatrain
2. Take the bus from Bolotnoe to Novosibirsk Bus stationbus
3. Take the bus from Novosibirsk Bus station to Astana Saparzhai Bus stationbus
4. Take the bus from Saparzhai bus station to Almaty Sayran Bus Stationbus
3d 7h
$122–200
Train
1. Take the train from Ulan-Ude to Novosibirsk Gltrain 009Н / ...
2. Take the train from Novosibirsk-Glavny to Almaty 2train 301Н
3d 10h
$201–381
Drive 3,411.4 km
1. Drive from Ulan-Ude to Almatycar 3,411.4 km
2d
$280–404

Ulan-Ude to Almaty by train

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3d 10hAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,477.2 km
Duration: 6h 31m

What companies run services between Ulan-Ude, Russia and Almaty, Kazakhstan?

S7 Airlines, Aurora, and Aeroflot Russian Airlines fly from Ulan-Ude (UUD) to Almaty International Airport (ALA) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ulan-Ude to Almaty 2 via Novosibirsk-Glavny in around 3d 10h.

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