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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Kokshetau to Shymkent

Composite routes from Kokshetau to Shymkent

Cheapest
23 h 1 min
Car
1782 km.
from $98
Other
29 h 14 min
Train, Bus
1220 km.
from $58.43
8 h 46 min
Train, Plane
1220 km.
from $64.20

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport to Shymkent
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$36.96–$260.87

Flyr

Website:
flyr.com/en
Plane from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport to Shymkent
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$36.96–$260.87

Qazaq Air

Website:
flyqazaq.com/
Plane from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport to Shymkent
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$46.74–$119.57

SCAT

Website:
scat.kz
Plane from Kokshetau Airport to Shymkent
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Monday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$46.74–$108.70
Plane from Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport to Shymkent
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$51.09–$119.57

Train operators

Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains)

Phone:
1433
Email:
KensePP@railways.kz
Website:
railways.kz/ru/
Train from Kokshetau-1 to Astana
Ave. Duration:
3h 43m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$4.57–$15.22

Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ)

Phone:
1433
Email:
KensePP@railways.kz
Website:
railways.kz/ru/
Train from Kokshetau-1 to Astana
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.89–$8.70
Train from Kokshetau-1 to Shymkent
Ave. Duration:
30h 47m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$36.96

Bus operators

Astana Saparzhai Bus Terminal

Website:
saparzhai.kz/
Bus from Saparzhai bus station to Shymkent
Ave. Duration:
23h 7m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.72

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kokshetau to Shymkent is to train which costs $16.30 - $36.96 and takes 30h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kokshetau to Shymkent is to fly which takes 2h 34m and costs $51.09 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct train between Kokshetau and Shymkent?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kokshetau-1 and arriving at Shymkent. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30h 47m.

How far is it from Kokshetau to Shymkent?

The distance between Kokshetau and Shymkent is 1252 km. The road distance is 1782.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kokshetau to Shymkent without a car is to train and bus which takes 29h 14m and costs $34.78 - $46.74 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Kokshetau to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kokshetau to Shymkent train from?

Kokshetau to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Kokshetau-1 station.

Train or fly from Kokshetau to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Kokshetau to Shymkent is to fly which takes 2h 34m and costs $51.09 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $16.30 - $36.96 and takes 30h 47m.

Where does the Kokshetau to Shymkent train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kokshetau to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Kokshetau to Shymkent is 1782 km. It takes approximately 23h 9m to drive from Kokshetau 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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