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Samara, Russia → Shymkent, Kazakhstan

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Samara to Shymkent

Composite routes from Samara to Shymkent

Cheapest
30 h 37 min
Car
2199 km.
from $120
Other
7 h 50 min
Bus, Plane
1881 km.
from $203.15
2 d 2 h 57 min
1882 km.
from $54.30
43 h 15 min
1882 km.
from $82.70

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Oral Ak Zhol Airport to Shymkent
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$54.35–$326.09
Plane from Kurumoch International Airport to Shymkent
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday
Estimated price:
$92.39–$434.78

Aeroflot Russian Airlines

Website:
aeroflot.ru/
Plane from Kurumoch International Airport to Shymkent
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$119.57–$489.13

Flyr

Website:
flyr.com/en
Plane from Oral Ak Zhol Airport to Shymkent
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$54.35–$326.09
Plane from Kurumoch International Airport to Shymkent
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday
Estimated price:
$92.39–$434.78

Train operators

Uzbekistan Railways (OTY)

Phone:
1005
Email:
Website:
railway.uz/ru/
Train from Samara to Arys
Ave. Duration:
40h 46m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$38.04–$81.52

Russian Railways (РЖД)

Phone:
8 (800) 775-00-00
Website:
eng.rzd.ru/
Train from Samara to Ershov
Ave. Duration:
5h 51m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$16.30–$26.09

Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ)

Phone:
1433
Email:
Website:
railways.kz/ru/
Train from Arys 1 to Shymkent
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$1.96–$6.52
Train from Ershov to Shymkent
Ave. Duration:
44h 6m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.57–$45.65

Kyrgyz Railways (КТЖ)

Phone:
+996 (312) 30 02 09
Email:
Website:
railway.kg/?lang=ru
Train from Samara to Shymkent
Ave. Duration:
2d 18h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$81.52–$119.57

Bus operators

Avtovokzaly.ru

Phone:
8-800-775-45-73
Website:
avtovokzaly.ru/
Bus from Samara Central Bus station to Uralsk
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.24–$16.30

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Samara to Shymkent is to train via Yershov which costs $35.87 - $76.09 and takes 2 days 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Samara to Shymkent is to bus and fly which takes 7h 50m and costs $70.65 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct train between Samara and Shymkent?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Samara and arriving at Shymkent. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2 days 18h.

How far is it from Samara to Shymkent?

The distance between Samara and Shymkent is 1958 km. The road distance is 2199.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Samara to Shymkent without a car is to train which takes 43h 15m and costs $40.22 - $86.96 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 50m to get from Samara to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Samara to Shymkent train from?

Samara to Shymkent train services, operated by Uzbekistan Railways (OTY), depart from Samara station.

Train or fly from Samara to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Samara to Shymkent is to train which takes 43h 15m and costs $40.22 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $92.39 - $445.65 and takes 10h 15m.

What is the time difference between Samara and Shymkent?

Shymkent is 1h ahead of Samara. It is currently 12:44 in Samara and 13:44 in Shymkent.

Where does the Samara to Shymkent train arrive?

Samara to Shymkent train services, operated by Uzbekistan Railways (OTY), arrive at Arys 1 station.

Can I drive from Samara to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Samara to Shymkent is 2200 km. It takes approximately 30h 27m to drive from Samara to Shymkent.

Where can I stay near Shymkent?

There are 290+ hotels available in Shymkent. Prices start at $15.84 per night.
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