What is the cheapest way to get from Almaty to Arys?

The cheapest way to get from Almaty to Arys is to train which costs $11 - $170 and takes 12h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Almaty to Arys?

The fastest way to get from Almaty to Arys is to fly and bus which takes 3h 49m and costs $45 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Almaty and Arys?

No, there is no direct bus from Almaty station to Arys. However, there are services departing from Almaty Sayran Bus Station and arriving at Arys via Taraz bus station and Shymkent Samal Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Almaty and Arys?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Almaty 2 and arriving at Arys-2. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 3m.

How far is it from Almaty to Arys?

The distance between Almaty and Arys is 727 km. The road distance is 742.7 km.

How do I travel from Almaty to Arys without a car?

The best way to get from Almaty to Arys without a car is to train which takes 12h 3m and costs $11 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Almaty to Arys?

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Almaty to Arys, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Almaty to Arys bus from?

Almaty to Arys bus services, operated by Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal, depart from Almaty Sayran Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Almaty to Arys train from?

Almaty to Arys train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), depart from Almaty 2 station.

Train or bus from Almaty to Arys?

The best way to get from Almaty to Arys is to train which takes 12h 3m and costs $11 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 14h 37m.

Where does the Almaty to Arys bus arrive?

Almaty to Arys bus services, operated by Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal, arrive at Taraz bus station.

Where does the Almaty to Arys train arrive?

Almaty to Arys train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), arrive at Arys-2 station.

Can I drive from Almaty to Arys?

Yes, the driving distance between Almaty to Arys is 743 km. It takes approximately 9h 40m to drive from Almaty to Arys.

Where can I stay near Arys?

There are one+ hotels available in Arys.

Almaty to Arys - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Almaty to Arys by plane, bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane ALA - CIT
2. Take the bus from Shymkent Samal Bus Station to Arysbus
3h 49m
$46–112
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Almaty 2 to Arys-2train 027Т / ...
12h 3m
$11–170
Bus
1. Take the bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Taraz bus stationbus 235
2. Take the bus from Taraz bus station to Shymkent Samal Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Shymkent Samal Bus Station to Arysbus П 3
14h 37m
Drive 742.7 km
1. Drive from Almaty to Aryscar 742.7 km
9h 40m
$29–42
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Almaty to Arystaxi 742.7 km
9h 40m
$120–150

Almaty to Arys by train

18Weekly Trains

12h 3mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 727.2 km
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Almaty, Kazakhstan and Arys, Turkistan, Kazakhstan?

Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains) operates a train from Almaty 2 to Arys-2 once daily. Tickets cost $11–16 and the journey takes 12h 3m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Arys via Taraz bus station and Shymkent Samal Bus Station in around 14h 37m.

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