What is the cheapest way to get from Astana to Balqash?

The cheapest way to get from Astana to Balqash is to train which costs $10 - $19 and takes 14h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Astana to Balqash?

The fastest way to get from Astana to Balqash is to drive which takes 5h 24m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Astana and Balqash?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Saparzhai bus station station and arriving at Balhash. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Astana and Balqash?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Astana-1 and arriving at Balhash 2. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 16m.

How far is it from Astana to Balqash?

The distance between Astana and Balqash is 605 km. The road distance is 592.6 km.

How do I travel from Astana to Balqash without a car?

The best way to get from Astana to Balqash without a car is to bus which takes 9h 54m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Astana to Balqash?

The bus from Saparzhai bus station to Balhash takes 9h 54m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Astana to Balqash bus from?

Astana to Balqash bus services, operated by Astana Saparzhai Bus Terminal, depart from Saparzhai bus station.

Where do I catch the Astana to Balqash train from?

Astana to Balqash train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Astana-1 station.

Train or bus from Astana to Balqash?

The best way to get from Astana to Balqash is to bus which takes 9h 54m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10 - $19 and takes 14h 16m.

Where does the Astana to Balqash bus arrive?

Astana to Balqash bus services, operated by Astana Saparzhai Bus Terminal, arrive at Balhash station.

Where does the Astana to Balqash train arrive?

Astana to Balqash train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Balhash 2 station.

Can I drive from Astana to Balqash?

Yes, the driving distance between Astana to Balqash is 593 km. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Astana to Balqash.

Where can I stay near Balqash?

There are 118+ hotels available in Balqash.

Astana to Balqash - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Astana to Balqash by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Astana to Balqash by train

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14h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 605 km
Duration: 9h 54m

What companies run services between Astana, Kazakhstan and Balqash, Kazakhstan?

Astana Saparzhai Bus Terminal operates a bus from Saparzhai bus station to Balhash twice daily, and the journey takes 9h 54m. Alternatively, Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Astana-1 to Balhash 2 once daily. Tickets cost $10–19 and the journey takes 14h 16m.

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