The average train between Chu and Almaty takes 4h 37m and the fastest train takes 4h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Chu to Almaty. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Chu and Almaty. The earliest departure is at 1:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Chu is at 7:04 PM which arrives into Almaty at 12:40 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chu station and arriving at Almaty station. Services depart 5 times a day, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 4h 37m.
Chu to Almaty train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ), depart from Chu station.
Chu to Almaty train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ), arrive at Almaty 2 station.
The distance between Chu and Almaty is 258 km. The road distance is 314 km.
Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains) operates a train from Chu to Almaty 2 3 times a day. Tickets cost $5–8 and the journey takes 4h 11m. Two other operators also service this route.