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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Shymkent to Karaganda

Composite routes from Shymkent to Karaganda

Cheapest
18 h 13 min
Car
1262 km.
from $69

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Shymkent International Airport to Karaganda
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$65.22–$402.17

Flyr

Website:
flyr.com/en
Plane from Shymkent International Airport to Karaganda
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$65.22–$402.17

Train operators

Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains)

Phone:
1433
Email:
Website:
railways.kz/ru/
Train from Shymkent to Karaganda
Ave. Duration:
15h 31m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$34.78

Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ)

Phone:
1433
Email:
Website:
railways.kz/ru/
Train from Shymkent to Karaganda
Ave. Duration:
15h 34m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.96–$26.09

Bus operators

Shymkent Samal Bus Terminal

Phone:
+77252451241
Email:
Website:
samal.avokzal.kz/route
Bus from Shymkent Samal Bus Station to Karagandy
Ave. Duration:
19h 16m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$25.75

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Shymkent to Karaganda is to train which costs $10.87 - $34.78 and takes 15h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shymkent to Karaganda is to fly which takes 5h 7m and costs $70.65 - $413.04 .

Is there a direct train between Shymkent and Karaganda?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shymkent and arriving at Karaganda Pass. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 34m.

How far is it from Shymkent to Karaganda?

The distance between Shymkent and Karaganda is 903 km. The road distance is 1262.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Shymkent to Karaganda without a car is to train which takes 15h 34m and costs $10.87 - $34.78 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Shymkent to Karaganda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shymkent to Karaganda train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Shymkent to Karaganda?

The best way to get from Shymkent to Karaganda is to fly which takes 5h 7m and costs $70.65 - $413.04 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10.87 - $34.78 and takes 15h 34m, you could also bus, which costs $26.96 - $27.28 and takes 19h 23m.

What is the time difference between Shymkent and Karaganda?

It is currently 08:17 at both, Shymkent and Karaganda.

Where does the Shymkent to Karaganda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shymkent to Karaganda?

Yes, the driving distance between Shymkent to Karaganda is 1262 km. It takes approximately 18h 24m to drive from Shymkent to Karaganda.

Where can I stay near Karaganda?

There are 226+ hotels available in Karaganda. Prices start at $23.76 per night.
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