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Trip Overview

The average train between Kokshetau and Karaganda takes 9h and the fastest train takes 7h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Kokshetau to Karaganda. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h
Duration
520 km
Distance
$24
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Kokshetau to Karaganda train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Kokshetau and Karaganda. The earliest departure is at 2:42 AM at night, and the last departure from Kokshetau is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Karaganda at 5:55 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 9h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 9h 35m • Direct
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    train train 8h 41m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 9h 35m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 9h 35m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 9h 8m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 7h 16m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 9h 35m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 8h 41m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    train train 9h 35m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 9h 8m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 7h 16m • Direct
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    train train 9h 35m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 9h 35m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 8h 41m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    train train 9h 35m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 9h 8m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 7h 16m • Direct
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    train train 9h 21m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 9h 35m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    train train 9h 35m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Kokshetau to Karaganda? 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.

Map of how to get from Kokshetau to Karaganda.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 519.8 km
  • Duration: 9h

What companies run services between Kokshetau, Kazakhstan and Karaganda, Kazakhstan?

Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Kokshetau-1 to Karaganda Pass twice daily. Tickets cost $14–25 and the journey takes 9h 35m. Two other operators also service this route.

Operators