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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Shymkent to Chu

Composite routes from Shymkent to Chu

Cheapest
6 h 17 min
Car
419 km.
from $23

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Astana

Website:
airastana.com/global/en-us/
Plane from Shymkent International Airport to Manas
Ave. Duration:
6h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.48–$293.48

Flyr

Website:
flyr.com/en
Plane from Shymkent International Airport to Manas
Ave. Duration:
7h 27m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$76.09–$423.91

Train operators

Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains)

Phone:
1433
Email:
Website:
railways.kz/ru/
Train from Shymkent to Chu
Ave. Duration:
6h 53m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.43–$17.39
Train from Taraz to Chu
Ave. Duration:
2h 52m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.13–$14.13

Uzbekistan Railways (OTY)

Phone:
1005
Email:
Website:
railway.uz/ru/
Train from Shymkent to Chu
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$14.13–$27.17
Train from Taraz to Chu
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$11.41–$20.65

Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ)

Phone:
1433
Email:
Website:
railways.kz/ru/
Train from Shymkent to Chu
Ave. Duration:
8h 17m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.52–$9.78
Train from Taraz to Chu
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.13–$8.15

Kyrgyz Railways (КТЖ)

Phone:
+996 (312) 30 02 09
Email:
Website:
railway.kg/?lang=ru
Train from Bischkek 2 to Chu
Ave. Duration:
4h 57m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$9.78–$15.22

Bus operators

Shymkent Samal Bus Terminal

Phone:
+77252451241
Email:
Website:
samal.avokzal.kz/route
Bus from Shymkent Samal Bus Station to Taraz
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.88

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Shymkent to Chu is to drive which costs $15.22 - $22.83 and takes 6h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shymkent to Chu is to drive which takes 6h 17m and costs $15.22 - $22.83 .

Is there a direct train between Shymkent and Chu?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shymkent and arriving at Chu. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Shymkent to Chu?

The distance between Shymkent and Chu is 434 km. The road distance is 419.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Shymkent to Chu without a car is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs $14.13 - $27.17 .

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

The train from Shymkent to Chu takes 6h 53m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Shymkent to Chu train from?

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

Where does the Shymkent to Chu train arrive?

Shymkent to Chu train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), arrive at Chu station.

Can I drive from Shymkent to Chu?

Yes, the driving distance between Shymkent to Chu is 419 km. It takes approximately 6h 17m to drive from Shymkent to Chu.
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