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

The cheapest way to get from Urgench to Shymkent is to bus and drive which costs $28 - $35 and takes 21h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Urgench to Shymkent is to fly which takes 6h 26m and costs $190 - $700.

Is there a direct train between Urgench and Shymkent?

No, there is no direct train from Urgench to Shymkent. However, there are services departing from Urgench and arriving at Shymkent via Tashkent Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 45m.

How far is it from Urgench to Shymkent?

The distance between Urgench and Shymkent is 756 km. The road distance is 1052.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Urgench to Shymkent without a car is to train which takes 14h 45m and costs $65 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Urgench to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Urgench to Shymkent train from?

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

Train or fly from Urgench to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Urgench to Shymkent is to fly which takes 6h 26m and costs $190 - $700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $110 and takes 14h 45m.

Where does the Urgench to Shymkent train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Urgench to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Urgench to Shymkent is 1052 km. It takes approximately 15h 37m to drive from Urgench to Shymkent.

Where can I stay near Shymkent?

There are 319+ hotels available in Shymkent.

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

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Fly to Shymkent International Airport
best
1. Fly from Urgench International Airport (UGC) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane UGC - CIT
6h 26m
$193–654
Train via Urgench
cheapest
1. Take the train from Urgench to Tashkent Centraltrain 123F
2. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Shymkenttrain 001Ь
20h 39m
$24–37
Train
1. Take the train from Urgench to Tashkent Centraltrain 751М
2. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Shymkenttrain 001Ь
14h 45m
$67–102
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Urgench to Tashkent bus stationbus
2. Drive from Chirchiq to Shymkentcar
21h 2m
$28–34
Drive 1,052.3 km
1. Drive from Urgench to Shymkentcar 1,052.3 km
15h 37m
$93–135
Fly to Tashkent International Airport, train
1. Fly from Urgench International Airport (UGC) to Tashkent International Airport (TAS)plane UGC - TAS
2. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Shymkenttrain
9h 22m
$107–660

Urgench to Shymkent by train

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14h 45mAverage Duration

$67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 756 km
Duration: 6h 26m

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

Flyr, SCAT, and two other airlines fly from Urgench International Airport (UGC) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Urgench to Shymkent via Tashkent Central in around 14h 45m.

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