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Almaty, Kazakhstan → Astana, Kazakhstan

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Almaty to Astana

Composite routes from Almaty to Astana

Cheapest
16 h 14 min
Car
1211 km.
from $66
Fastest
1 h 52 min
Plane
Other
24 h 50 min
972 km.
from $38.98

Transport providers

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Almaty International Airport to Astana
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$165.15–$622.48

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Almaty International Airport to Astana
Ave. Duration:
1h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.71–$431.92

Air Astana

Website:
airastana.com/global/en-us/
Plane from Almaty International Airport to Astana
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$47.00–$622.48

Flyr

Website:
flyr.com/en
Plane from Almaty International Airport to Astana
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.71–$431.92

Qazaq Air

Website:
flyqazaq.com/
Plane from Almaty International Airport to Astana
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$45.73–$139.74

SCAT

Website:
scat.kz
Plane from Almaty International Airport to Astana
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$39.38–$165.15

Train operators

Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains)

Phone:
1433
Email:
KensePP@railways.kz
Website:
railways.kz/ru/
Train from Almaty 2 to Astana-1
Ave. Duration:
15h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$13.97–$43.19
Train from Almaty 2 to Janaarqa
Ave. Duration:
16h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.07–$36.84
Train from Janaarqa to Astana
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$6.35–$20.33

Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ)

Phone:
1433
Email:
KensePP@railways.kz
Website:
railways.kz/ru/
Train from Almaty 2 to Astana-1
Ave. Duration:
16h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.24–$33.03

Bus operators

Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal

Phone:
+7 727 396-70-63
Website:
ma-sairan.kz/
Bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Saparzhai
Ave. Duration:
21h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.33–$30.49

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Almaty to Astana is to train which costs $11.96 - $36.96 and takes 16h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Almaty to Astana is to fly which takes 3h 39m and costs $29.35 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Almaty and Astana?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Almaty Sayran Bus Station station and arriving at Saparzhai bus station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21h.

Is there a direct train between Almaty and Astana?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Almaty 2 and arriving at Astana-1. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 25m.

How far is it from Almaty to Astana?

The distance between Almaty and Astana is 987 km. The road distance is 1211.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Almaty to Astana without a car is to train which takes 16h 25m and costs $11.96 - $36.96 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Almaty to Astana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Almaty to Astana bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Almaty to Astana train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Almaty to Astana?

The best way to get from Almaty to Astana is to fly which takes 3h 39m and costs $29.35 - $103.26 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $11.96 - $36.96 and takes 16h 25m, you could also bus, which costs $17.39 - $26.09 and takes 21h.

Where does the Almaty to Astana bus arrive?

Almaty to Astana bus services, operated by Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal, arrive at Saparzhai bus station.

What is the time difference between Almaty and Astana?

It is currently 18:41 at both, Almaty and Astana.

Where does the Almaty to Astana train arrive?

Almaty to Astana train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Astana-1 station.

Can I drive from Almaty to Astana?

Yes, the driving distance between Almaty to Astana is 1212 km. It takes approximately 16h 25m to drive from Almaty to Astana.

Where can I stay near Astana?

There are 2293+ hotels available in Astana. Prices start at $19.30 per night.
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