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

The cheapest way to get from Uzbekistan to Aktau is to bus and train which costs $35 - $50 and takes 42h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Uzbekistan to Aktau is to fly which takes 2h 20m and costs $120 - $420.

Is there a direct train between Uzbekistan and Aktau?

No, there is no direct train from Uzbekistan to Aktau. However, there are services departing from Kosmonavtlar and arriving at Mangystau via Tashkent Central, Urgench and Nukus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 58m.

How far is it from Uzbekistan to Aktau?

The distance between Uzbekistan and Aktau is 739 km. The road distance is 2039.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Uzbekistan to Aktau without a car is to train via Urgench which takes 34h 58m and costs $90 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Uzbekistan to Aktau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Uzbekistan to Aktau train from?

Uzbekistan to Aktau train services, operated by Uzbekistan Railways (High Speed Trains), depart from Tashkent Central station.

Train or fly from Uzbekistan to Aktau?

The best way to get from Uzbekistan to Aktau is to fly which takes 2h 20m and costs $120 - $420. Alternatively, you can train via Urgench, which costs $90 - $150 and takes 34h 58m.

Where does the Uzbekistan to Aktau train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Uzbekistan to Aktau?

Yes, the driving distance between Uzbekistan to Aktau is 2040 km. It takes approximately 27h 16m to drive from Uzbekistan to Aktau.

Where can I stay near Aktau?

There are 286+ hotels available in Aktau.

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Fly from Nukus
best
1. Fly from Nukus (NCU) to Aktau Airport (SCO)plane NCU - SCO
2h 20m
$128–420
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Shymkenttrain 001Ь
2. Take the train from Shymkent to Mangystautrain 077Т
2d
$36–69
Train via Urgench
1. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Urgenchtrain
2. Take the train from Urgench to Nukustrain
3. Take the train from Nukus to Mangystautrain
34h 58m
$92–144
Drive 2,039.8 km
1. Drive from Tashkent to Aktaucar 2,039.8 km
27h 16m
$180–260
Fly from Samarkand International Airport
1. Fly from Samarkand International Airport (SKD) to Aktau Airport (SCO)plane SKD - SCO
7h 37m
$278–430
Fly from Tashkent International Airport
1. Fly from Tashkent International Airport (TAS) to Aktau Airport (SCO)plane TAS - SCO
7h 56m
$167–279
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tashkent bus station to Nukus Kubla Bus stationbus
2. Take the train from Nukus to Mangystautrain 649F
42h 45m
$37–49

Nukus (NCU) to Aktau Airport (SCO) flights

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1h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 739.2 km
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Uzbekistan and Aktau, Kazakhstan?

Unilode flies from Nukus (NCU) to Aktau Airport (SCO) twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Kosmonavtlar to Aktau via Tashkent, Tashkent Central, Urgench, Nukus, and Mangystau in around 34h 58m.

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