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Almaty to Shymkent trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Almaty and Shymkent takes 11h 18m and the fastest train takes 10h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Almaty to Shymkent. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

11h 18m
Duration
747 km
Distance
$19
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Almaty 2 to Shymkenttrain train 011Х / ...
10h 56m
$11–170

Almaty to Shymkent train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Almaty and Shymkent. The earliest departure is at 6:15 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Almaty is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Shymkent at 11:00 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 11h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 747.3 km
  • Duration: 11h 18m

What companies run services between Almaty, Kazakhstan and Shymkent, Kazakhstan?

Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains) operates a train from Almaty 2 to Shymkent 3 times a day. Tickets cost $11–15 and the journey takes 10h 56m. Two other operators also service this route.

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