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Two ways to Travel from Almaty to Bishkek

Composite routes from Almaty to Bishkek

Cheapest
2 h 55 min
Car
231 km.
from $12
Other
2 h 55 min
Rideshare
231 km.
from $8.79

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Astana

Website:
airastana.com/global/en-us/
Plane from Almaty International Airport to Manas
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.57–$203.26

Bus operators

Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal

Phone:
+7 727 396-70-63
Website:
ma-sairan.kz/
Bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Bishkek
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.45–$7.62

Other operators

Bex

Phone:
+996706663399
Email:
Website:
bex.kg/
Other from Almaty to Bishkek
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$75.62

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Almaty to Bishkek is to bus which costs $3.80 - $6.52 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Almaty to Bishkek is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs $17.39 - $25 .

Is there a direct bus between Almaty and Bishkek?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Almaty Sayran Bus Station station and arriving at Bishkek Zapadnyi Avtovokzal. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Almaty to Bishkek?

The distance between Almaty and Bishkek is 233 km. The road distance is 238 km.

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

The best way to get from Almaty to Bishkek without a car is to bus which takes 4h and costs $3.80 - $6.52 .

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

The bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Bishkek Zapadnyi Avtovokzal takes 4h including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Almaty to Bishkek bus from?

Almaty to Bishkek bus services, operated by Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal, depart from Almaty Sayran Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Almaty to Bishkek?

The best way to get from Almaty to Bishkek is to bus which takes 4h and costs $3.80 - $6.52 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $59.78 - $173.91 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Almaty to Bishkek bus arrive?

Almaty to Bishkek bus services, operated by Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal, arrive at Bishkek Zapadnyi Avtovokzal station.

What is the time difference between Almaty and Bishkek?

Bishkek is 1h ahead of Almaty. It is currently 00:08 in Almaty and 01:08 in Bishkek.

Can I drive from Almaty to Bishkek?

Yes, the driving distance between Almaty to Bishkek is 238 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Almaty to Bishkek.

Where can I stay near Bishkek?

There are 647+ hotels available in Bishkek. Prices start at $34.14 per night.
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