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Balqash to Shymkent

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11 h 10 min
889 km.
from $48
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Balqash, Kazakhstan → Shymkent, Kazakhstan

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Balqash to Shymkent

Composite routes from Balqash to Shymkent

Cheapest
11 h 10 min
Car
889 km.
from $48
Other
14 h 23 min
Bus, Train
660 km.
from $5.43
19 h 21 min
660 km.
from $33.24
23 h 10 min
660 km.
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16 h 31 min
Train, Plane
660 km.
from $167.78
14 h 47 min
Bus, Train
660 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 4
World Ticket
Website
Air Astana
Website
Flyr
Website
SCAT
Website
World Ticket
Website
10h 1m
Every day
$53.36–$330.30
Air Astana
Website
1h 30m
Every day
$45.73–$165.15
Flyr
Website
9h 37m
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$53.36–$330.30
SCAT
Website
12h 35m
Tuesday
$53.36–$330.30
Bus operators
Found: 2
Kyrgyz Avtobeketi
Website
Astana Saparzhai Bus Terminal
Website
Kyrgyz Avtobeketi
Website
10h
Once daily
$14.00
+996 312 64-23-27
+996 312 64-23-27
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Astana Saparzhai Bus Terminal
Website
2h 22m
Twice daily
Train operators
Found: 2
Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains)
Website
Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ)
Website
Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains)
Website
10h 13m
Once daily
$8.89–$27.95
1433
1433
[email protected]
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Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ)
Website
11h 1m
3 times a day
$10.80–$19.06
1433
1433
[email protected]
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Balqash to Shymkent is to train which costs $14.13 - $38.04 and takes 19h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balqash to Shymkent is to drive which takes 13h 7m and costs $32.61 - $47.83 .

Is there a direct train between Balqash and Shymkent?

No, there is no direct train from Balqash to Shymkent. However, there are services departing from Balhash 2 and arriving at Shymkent via Akadyr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 21m.

How far is it from Balqash to Shymkent?

The distance between Balqash and Shymkent is 897 km. The road distance is 893.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Balqash to Shymkent without a car is to bus and train which takes 14h 23m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 14h 23m to get from Balqash to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balqash to Shymkent train from?

Balqash to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Balhash 2 station.

Train or bus from Balqash to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Balqash to Shymkent is to bus which takes 23h 10m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $14.13 - $38.04 and takes 19h 21m.

Where does the Balqash to Shymkent train arrive?

Balqash to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Akadyr station.

Can I drive from Balqash to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Balqash to Shymkent is 894 km. It takes approximately 13h 7m to drive from Balqash to Shymkent.

Where can I stay near Shymkent?

There are 295+ hotels available in Shymkent. Prices start at $15.51 per night.
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