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

The cheapest way to get from Almaty to Mankent is to train which costs $9 - $160 and takes 13h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Almaty to Mankent is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs $45 - $120.

Is there a direct train between Almaty and Mankent?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Almaty 2 and arriving at Mankent. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 33m.

How far is it from Almaty to Mankent?

The distance between Almaty and Mankent is 671 km. The road distance is 645.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Almaty to Mankent without a car is to train which takes 13h 33m and costs $9 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Almaty to Mankent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Almaty to Mankent train from?

Almaty to Mankent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Almaty 2 station.

Train, bus or fly from Almaty to Mankent?

The best way to get from Almaty to Mankent is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs $45 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $9 - $160 and takes 13h 33m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 13h 55m.

Where does the Almaty to Mankent train arrive?

Almaty to Mankent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Mankent station.

Can I drive from Almaty to Mankent?

Yes, the driving distance between Almaty to Mankent is 645 km. It takes approximately 8h 9m to drive from Almaty to Mankent.

Where can I stay near Mankent?

There are 298+ hotels available in Mankent.

Almaty to Mankent - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Almaty to Mankent by plane, train, bus, 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
best
1. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane ALA - CIT
3h 6m
$47–115
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Almaty 2 to Mankenttrain 077Т / ...
13h 33m
$9–160
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 A600/3
13h 55m
Drive 645.3 km
1. Drive from Almaty to Mankentcar 645.3 km
8h 9m
$25–37
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Almaty to Mankenttaxi 645.3 km
8h 9m
$100–130
Train via Almaty 1
1. Take the train from Almaty 1 to Mankenttrain 021Ц / ...
13h 58m
$11–160

Almaty to Mankent by train

20Weekly Trains

13h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 670.6 km
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Almaty, Kazakhstan and Mankent, Kazakhstan?

Flyr, SCAT, and two other airlines fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Almaty 2 to Mankent once daily. Tickets cost $11–19 and the journey takes 13h 33m. Two other operators also service this route.

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