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

The cheapest way to get from Almaty to Turkestan is to bus which costs $13 - $20 and takes 13h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Almaty to Turkestan is to fly which takes 3h 42m and costs $50 - $240.

Is there a direct bus between Almaty and Turkestan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Almaty Sayran Bus Station station and arriving at Turkestan bus station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Almaty and Turkestan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Almaty 2 and arriving at Turkestan. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18h 1m.

How far is it from Almaty to Turkestan?

The distance between Almaty and Turkestan is 807 km. The road distance is 818 km.

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

The best way to get from Almaty to Turkestan without a car is to bus which takes 13h 39m and costs $13 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Almaty to Turkestan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Almaty to Turkestan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Almaty to Turkestan train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Almaty to Turkestan?

The best way to get from Almaty to Turkestan is to bus which takes 13h 39m and costs $13 - $20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $12 - $180 and takes 18h 1m, you could also fly, which costs $50 - $240 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Almaty to Turkestan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Almaty to Turkestan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Almaty to Turkestan?

Yes, the driving distance between Almaty to Turkestan is 818 km. It takes approximately 10h 33m to drive from Almaty to Turkestan.

Where can I stay near Turkestan?

There are 82+ hotels available in Turkestan.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Almaty to Turkestan 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 to Shymkent International Airport, 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 Turkestan bus stationbus
4h 49m
$47–105
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Almaty 2 to Turkestantrain 077Т
18h 1m
$12–180
Bus
1. Take the bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Turkestan bus stationbus 219
13h 39m
$13–20
Drive 818 km
1. Drive from Almaty to Turkestancar 818 km
10h 33m
$32–46
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Almaty to Turkestantaxi 818 km
10h 33m
$130–170
Fly to Turkistan
1. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Turkistan (HSA)plane ALA - HSA
3h 42m
$53–232

Almaty to Turkestan by train

14Weekly Trains

18h 1mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 807.3 km
Duration: 4h 49m

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

Almaty Sayran Bus Terminal operates a bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Turkestan bus station once daily. Tickets cost $13–20 and the journey takes 13h 39m. Alternatively, Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Almaty 2 to Turkestan once daily. Tickets cost $13–24 and the journey takes 18h 1m. Two other operators also service this route.

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