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

The cheapest way to get from Almaty to Shihezi is to bus and train which costs ¥140 - ¥480 and takes 21h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Almaty to Shihezi is to fly and train which takes 6h 42m and costs ¥1000 - ¥2800.

How far is it from Almaty to Shihezi?

The distance between Almaty and Shihezi is 1004 km. The road distance is 839.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Almaty to Shihezi without a car is to bus and train via Yining which takes 17h 17m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Almaty to Shihezi, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Almaty and Shihezi?

Shihezi is 1h ahead of Almaty. It is currently 2:49 PM in Almaty and 3:49 PM in Shihezi.

Can I drive from Almaty to Shihezi?

Yes, the driving distance between Almaty to Shihezi is 839 km. It takes approximately 8h 47m to drive from Almaty to Shihezi.

Where can I stay near Shihezi?

There are five+ hotels available in Shihezi.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Almaty to Shihezi by plane, train, car, or bus

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

Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC)ALA - URC
2. Take the train from Ürümqi to shihezi
6h 42m
¥1,034–2,767
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Ürümqi412
2. Take the train from Ürümqi to shiheziUrumqi
21h 23m
¥149–480
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Almaty 1 to Kerimagash
2. Drive from Kerimagash to Yining
3. Take the train from Yining to shihezi
13h 28m
Bus, train via Yining
1. Take the bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Yining403
2. Take the train from Yining to shiheziYining
17h 17m
Drive 839.1 km
1. Drive from Almaty to Shihezi839.1 km
8h 47m
¥751–1,085
Bus, train via Jelilyüzi
1. Take the bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Yining403
2. Take the train from Yining East to shiheziYining
21h 24m

Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) flights

18Weekly Planes

1h 45mAverage Duration

¥1,106Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,003.7 km
Duration: 6h 42m

What companies run services between Almaty, Kazakhstan and Shihezi, China?

There is no direct connection from Almaty to Shihezi. However, you can take the line 92 bus to Ogareva, walk to Almaty International Airport (ALA) airport, fly to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC), take the taxi to Ürümqi, then take the train to shihezi. Alternatively, you can take a train from Almaty 2 to shihezi via Almaty 1, Kerimagash, and Yining in around 13h 28m.

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