The average train between Shymkent and Chu takes 8h 17m and the fastest train takes 8h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Shymkent to Chu. 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 3 times a day between Shymkent and Chu. The earliest departure is at 1:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Shymkent is at 7:31 PM which arrives into Chu at 3:34 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 8h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shymkent station and arriving at Chu station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 8h 17m.
Shymkent to Chu train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Shymkent station.
Shymkent to Chu train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Chu station.
Book your Shymkent to Chu train tickets online with Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) and Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ).
The distance between Shymkent and Chu is 368.2 km. The road distance is 434 km.
Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains) operates a train from Shymkent to Chu 4 times a day. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 6h 43m. Two other operators also service this route.