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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Almaty to Balqash

Composite routes from Almaty to Balqash

Cheapest
8 h 59 min
Car
627 km.
from $34

Transport providers

Train operators

Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains)

Phone:
1433
Email:
KensePP@railways.kz
Website:
railways.kz/ru/
Train from Almaty 2 to Sary-Shagan
Ave. Duration:
7h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.07–$22.83
Train from Almaty 2 to Akadyr
Ave. Duration:
10h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.24–$28.26

Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ)

Phone:
1433
Email:
KensePP@railways.kz
Website:
railways.kz/ru/
Train from Almaty 2 to Sary-Shagan
Ave. Duration:
7h 53m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.70–$14.13
Train from Almaty 2 to Akadyr
Ave. Duration:
10h 44m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.33–$19.57
Train from Akadyr to Balhash
Ave. Duration:
4h 51m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.78–$8.70

Bus operators

Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal

Phone:
+7 727 396-70-63
Website:
ma-sairan.kz/
Bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Balhash
Ave. Duration:
10h 32m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.24–$16.30
Bus from Sary-Shagan to Balhash
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$2.61–$3.70

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Almaty to Balqash is to train and bus which costs $9.78 - $26.09 and takes 11h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Almaty to Balqash is to drive which takes 9h 5m and costs $23.91 - $34.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Almaty and Balqash?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Almaty Sayran Bus Station station and arriving at Balhash. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Almaty and Balqash?

No, there is no direct train from Almaty to Balqash. However, there are services departing from Almaty 2 and arriving at Balhash 2 via Akadyr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 35m.

How far is it from Almaty to Balqash?

The distance between Almaty and Balqash is 641 km. The road distance is 629.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Almaty to Balqash without a car is to bus which takes 10h 32m and costs $9.24 - $16.30 .

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

The bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Balhash takes 10h 32m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Almaty to Balqash bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Almaty to Balqash train from?

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

Train or bus from Almaty to Balqash?

The best way to get from Almaty to Balqash is to bus which takes 10h 32m and costs $9.24 - $16.30 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $13.04 - $36.96 and takes 16h 35m.

Where does the Almaty to Balqash bus arrive?

Almaty to Balqash bus services, operated by Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal, arrive at Balhash station.

Where does the Almaty to Balqash train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Almaty to Balqash?

Yes, the driving distance between Almaty to Balqash is 629 km. It takes approximately 9h 5m to drive from Almaty to Balqash.

Where can I stay near Balqash?

There are 85+ hotels available in Balqash. Prices start at $0.00 per night.
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