Samarkand to Bukhara

Samarkand to Bukhara

Samarkand
Bukhara
Mar 29, 2026
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Samarkand to Bukhara Destination Reviews

HR
They assigned me an upper bunk, which I wasn’t able to access because of my back problems. So, they found a solution where I could sit on the bottom bunk.
Samarkand to Bukhara, Train #054Ф 2nd Class Sleeper, Uzbekistan Railways, Nov 14, 2025
YM
Extremely dirty, trash and leftover food everywhere. Train was not cleaned before letting new riders on. The toilet was a scary experience, beyond nasty.
Samarkand to Bukhara, Train #772Ф 2nd Class Seat with AC, Afrosiyob, Oct 27, 2025
AM
Excellent service, very punctual, good cleanliness, includes coffee, tea, and a sandwich or fruit.
Samarkand to Bukhara, Train #778Ф 1st Class Seat, Afrosiyob, Aug 31, 2025
GB
Train was 1 hour late
Samarkand to Bukhara, Train #768Ф 2nd Class Seat with AC, Afrosiyob, Aug 23, 2025
GV
Limited AC, turned off when the train stops at some stations.
Samarkand to Bukhara, Train #770Ф 2nd Class Seat with AC, Afrosiyob, Jun 17, 2025
A
An efficient and affordable service to get across Uzbekistan in a timely fashion. The trains are practical and perfectly comfortable too.
Samarkand to Bukhara, Train #054Ф 1st Class Sleeper, Uzbekistan Railways, May 28, 2025
JC
Perfect! On time, perfectly comfortable and easy. Definitely recommend!
Samarkand to Bukhara, Train #768Ф 2nd Class Seat with AC, Afrosiyob, May 21, 2025
TN
Very nice train ride!
Samarkand to Bukhara, Train #778Ф 2nd Class Seat with AC, Afrosiyob, May 12, 2025
SJ
Superb 3h40 min trip. The train is cleaned, seats are confortable. Some refreshments and snacks are available during the train trip at reasonable prices. The train was on time. The online ticket sent by 12goasia per email worked fine and all was good.
Samarkand to Bukhara, Train #054Ф 3rd Class Sleeper, Uzbekistan Railways, Jul 3, 2024
AC
There were no tickets at the ticket office in Samarkand but 12go got me one. What a relief!
Samarkand to Bukhara, Train #010Ф 2nd Class Seat, Sharq, Sep 7, 2023
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Samarkand to Bukhara Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Advantour
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+3h 40m
$315.00
Flight
Uzbekistan Airways
Economy
01:00
09:10
$207.82
Train
Uzbekistan Railways
3rd Class Sleeper
01:47
04:59
$10.55
  5.0
Flight
Uzbekistan Airways
Economy
02:40
14:10
$233.14
Train
Uzbekistan Railways
3rd Class Sleeper
02:59
06:42
$10.55
  5.0
Train
Uzbekistan Railways
3rd Class Sleeper
04:38
07:28
$10.55
  5.0
Train
Uzbekistan Railways
3rd Class Sleeper
05:34
08:32
$10.55
  5.0
Flight
Turkish Airlines
Economy
06:10
07:45
$797.73
Train
Afrosiyob
2nd Class Seat with AC
08:31
10:14
$16.26
  4.7
Flight
Turkish Airlines
Economy
08:55
07:25
$661.74
Train
Afrosiyob
2nd Class Seat with AC
09:49
11:38
$16.26
  4.7
Flight
Qanot Sharq
Economy
10:25
08:30
$154.25
Train
Afrosiyob
2nd Class Seat with AC
10:59
12:42
$16.26
  4.7
Flight
My Freighter
Economy
11:40
07:25
$727.68
Train
Sharq
2nd Class Seat
12:15
14:38
$12.69
  4.5
Train
Sharq
2nd Class Seat
12:33
15:01
$12.69
  4.6
Flight
Uzbekistan Airways
Economy
13:55
09:10
$241.97
Train
Uzbekistan Railways
3rd Class Sleeper
17:38
20:38
$10.55
  5.0
Flight
Uzbekistan Airways
Economy
22:00
08:30
$208.41
Train
Afrosiyob
2nd Class Seat with AC
22:20
00:03
$16.26
  4.7

How to get from Samarkand to Bukhara

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

  • Flight
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight 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 209.26. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 209.26.

How far is Samarkand from Bukhara?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Samarkand to Bukhara. Your trip will be a total of 54 miles (86 km). The flying distance is 54 miles (86 km).

How long does it take to get from Samarkand to Bukhara?

The travel time from Samarkand to Bukhara can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 12 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Samarkand to Bukhara?

The cost of the trip from Samarkand to Bukhara varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Uzbekistan Airways: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 209.26 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 209.26.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 11.79 to USD 20.42;
  • flight price: USD 209.26. From Samarkand to Bukhara starting from 21:55 Samarkand Airport until 21:55 Samarkand Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 221.99 to USD 388.49.

How many trips per day are there between Samarkand and Bukhara?

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

  • 1 by flight from Samarkand to Bukhara starting from 21:55 Samarkand Airport until 21:55 Samarkand Airport

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Samarkand to Bukhara. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 221.99.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

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 Samarkand to Bukhara

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Samarkand to Bukhara? 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.

Transportation from Samarkand to Bukhara

Facts about the transport from Samarkand to Bukhara

Cheapest Transport$12
Fastest Transport1h 43m
Earliest Departure1:53 AM
Latest Departure11:58 PM
Departures per day1
Distance86 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAfrosiyob, Sharq, Uzbekistan Airways, Uzbekistan Railways