The average train between Karaganda and Shymkent takes 18h 59m and the fastest train takes 15h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Karaganda 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Karaganda and Shymkent. The earliest departure is at 2:41 AM at night, and the last departure from Karaganda is at 11:52 PM which arrives into Shymkent at 4:01 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 18h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Karaganda to Shymkent? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Karaganda station and arriving at Shymkent station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 18h 59m.
Karaganda to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Karaganda Pass station.
Karaganda to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Shymkent station.
The distance between Karaganda and Shymkent is 876.6 km. The road distance is 1,215 km.
Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Karaganda Pass to Shymkent 3 times a day. Tickets cost $17–35 and the journey takes 16h 9m. Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains) also services this route once daily.
