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Astana to Almaty

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Three ways to Travel from Astana to Almaty

Composite routes from Astana to Almaty

Cheapest
16 h 16 min
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1211 km.
from $66
Other
25 h 53 min
972 km.
from $38.48

Transport providers

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport to Almaty
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Monday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$103.26–$402.17

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport to Almaty
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$38.04–$282.61

Air Astana

Website:
airastana.com/global/en-us/
Plane from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport to Almaty
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$40.22–$402.17

Flyr

Website:
flyr.com/en
Plane from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport to Almaty
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$38.04–$282.61

Qazaq Air

Website:
flyqazaq.com/
Plane from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport to Almaty
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$39.13–$119.57

SCAT

Website:
scat.kz
Plane from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport to Almaty
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$33.70–$141.30

Train operators

Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains)

Phone:
1433
Email:
Website:
railways.kz/ru/
Train from Astana-1 to Almaty
Ave. Duration:
16h 16m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$11.96–$36.96
Train from Astana Nurly Zhol to Janaarqa
Ave. Duration:
7h 23m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$5.43–$17.39
Train from Janaarqa to Almaty
Ave. Duration:
15h 46m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.33–$31.52

Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ)

Phone:
1433
Email:
Website:
railways.kz/ru/
Train from Astana-1 to Almaty
Ave. Duration:
17h 6m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$28.26

Bus operators

Astana Saparzhai Bus Terminal

Website:
saparzhai.kz/
Bus from Saparzhai bus station to Almaty
Ave. Duration:
20h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.82

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Astana to Almaty?

The cheapest way to get from Astana to Almaty is to bus which costs $19.82 and takes 20h.

What is the fastest way to get from Astana to Almaty?

The fastest way to get from Astana to Almaty is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs $29.35 - $108.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Astana and Almaty?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Saparzhai bus station station and arriving at Almaty Sayran Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20h.

Is there a direct train between Astana and Almaty?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Astana-1 and arriving at Almaty 2. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 6m.

How far is it from Astana to Almaty?

The distance between Astana and Almaty is 987 km. The road distance is 1211.2 km.

How do I travel from Astana to Almaty without a car?

The best way to get from Astana to Almaty without a car is to train which takes 17h 6m and costs $11.96 - $36.96 .

How long does it take to get from Astana to Almaty?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Astana to Almaty, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Astana to Almaty bus from?

Astana to Almaty bus services, operated by Astana Saparzhai Bus Terminal, depart from Saparzhai bus station.

Where do I catch the Astana to Almaty train from?

Astana to Almaty train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Astana-1 station.

Train, bus or fly from Astana to Almaty?

The best way to get from Astana to Almaty is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs $29.35 - $108.70 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $11.96 - $36.96 and takes 17h 6m, you could also bus, which costs $19.82 and takes 20h.

Where does the Astana to Almaty bus arrive?

Astana to Almaty bus services, operated by Astana Saparzhai Bus Terminal, arrive at Almaty Sayran Bus Station.

Where does the Astana to Almaty train arrive?

Astana to Almaty train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Almaty 2 station.

Can I drive from Astana to Almaty?

Yes, the driving distance between Astana to Almaty is 1211 km. It takes approximately 16h 25m to drive from Astana to Almaty.

Where can I stay near Almaty?

There are 3374+ hotels available in Almaty. Prices start at $35.65 per night.
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