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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Balqash to Almaty

Composite routes from Balqash to Almaty

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

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Karaganda Sary-Arka Airport to Almaty
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$31.52–$260.87

Flyr

Website:
flyr.com/en
Plane from Karaganda Sary-Arka Airport to Almaty
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$31.52–$260.87

Train operators

Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains)

Phone:
1433
Email:
KensePP@railways.kz
Website:
railways.kz/ru/
Train from Akadyr to Almaty
Ave. Duration:
10h 58m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.24–$28.26

Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ)

Phone:
1433
Email:
KensePP@railways.kz
Website:
railways.kz/ru/
Train from Balhash 2 to Akadyr
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.78–$8.70
Train from Akadyr to Almaty
Ave. Duration:
11h 36m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.33–$19.57
Train from Balhash 2 to Karaganda
Ave. Duration:
7h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.07–$10.87

Bus operators

Astana Saparzhai Bus Terminal

Website:
saparzhai.kz/
Bus from Balhash to Almaty
Ave. Duration:
10h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Balqash to Almaty is to train which costs $13.04 - $36.96 and takes 17h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balqash to Almaty is to drive which takes 9h 4m and costs $23.91 - $34.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Balqash and Almaty?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Balhash and arriving at Almaty Sayran Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Balqash and Almaty?

No, there is no direct train from Balqash to Almaty. However, there are services departing from Balhash 2 and arriving at Almaty 2 via Akadyr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 2m.

How far is it from Balqash to Almaty?

The distance between Balqash and Almaty is 641 km. The road distance is 628.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Balqash to Almaty without a car is to bus which takes 10h 6m and costs .

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

The bus from Balhash to Almaty Sayran Bus Station takes 10h 6m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Balqash to Almaty bus from?

Balqash to Almaty bus services, operated by Astana Saparzhai Bus Terminal, depart from Balhash station.

Where do I catch the Balqash to Almaty train from?

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

Train or bus from Balqash to Almaty?

The best way to get from Balqash to Almaty is to bus which takes 10h 6m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $13.04 - $36.96 and takes 17h 2m.

Where does the Balqash to Almaty bus arrive?

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

Where does the Balqash to Almaty train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balqash to Almaty?

Yes, the driving distance between Balqash to Almaty is 628 km. It takes approximately 9h 4m to drive from Balqash to Almaty.

Where can I stay near Almaty?

There are 3374+ hotels available in Almaty. Prices start at $35.65 per night.
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