Almaty to Shymkent

Almaty to Shymkent

Almaty
Shymkent
Tue, May 14
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$15
 
 
$160

Other Options

Almaty to Shymkent Schedule

Almaty to Shymkent Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Kazakhstan Railways 2nd Class Sleeper 00:30 - 15:08KZT 12,912
Air Astana Economy #KC97107:35 - 09:00KZT 73,974
Kazakhstan Railways 3rd Class Sleeper 08:47 - 21:31KZT 6,437
FlyArystan Economy #KC710311:20 - 12:55KZT 17,779
Kazakhstan Railways 3rd Class Sleeper 13:55 - 03:14KZT 5,566
SCAT Airlines Economy #DV70814:00 - 15:20KZT 19,937
Kazakhstan Railways 1st Class Sleeper 16:55 - 04:43KZT 11,962
Kazakhstan Railways 2nd Class Sleeper 18:25 - 05:10KZT 11,344
FlyArystan Economy #KC710720:35 - 21:55KZT 25,583
Kazakhstan Railways 1st Class Sleeper 22:04 - 08:57KZT 13,166

Transportation from Almaty to Shymkent

Facts about the transport from Almaty to Shymkent

Cheapest Transport$15
Fastest Transport1h 25m
Earliest Departure12:21 ص
Latest Departure10:55 م
Departures per day31
Distance732 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir Astana, Kazakhstan Railways, Uzbekistan Railways

How to get from Almaty to Shymkent

When you want to get from Almaty to Shymkent, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 159.34. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 14.57.

How far is Almaty from Shymkent?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Almaty to Shymkent. Your trip will be a total of 455 miles (732 km). The flying distance is 749 miles (1205 km).

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

The travel time from Almaty to Shymkent can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 15 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Almaty to Shymkent?

The cost of the trip from Almaty to Shymkent varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Kazakhstan Railways: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 14.57 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 159.34.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Almaty to Shymkent:

  • Train tickets - USD 14.57 to USD 33.49;
  • Plane tickets - USD 159.34 to USD 159.34;

How many trips per day are there between Almaty and Shymkent?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 29 trains per day.
  • Flights from Almaty to Shymkent depart during the day - there are approximately 2 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Almaty to Shymkent. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 159.34.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Almaty to Shymkent

Air Astana

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Almaty to Shymkent

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Almaty to Shymkent? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% users enjoyed a train ride.