What is the cheapest way to get from Balykchy to Shymkent?

The cheapest way to get from Balykchy to Shymkent is to bus which costs $17 - $19 and takes 14h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balykchy to Shymkent?

The fastest way to get from Balykchy to Shymkent is to drive and fly which takes 7h 44m and costs $70 - $140.

Is there a direct train between Balykchy and Shymkent?

No, there is no direct train from Balykchy to Shymkent. However, there are services departing from Rybachye and arriving at Shymkent via Bischkek 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 38m.

How far is it from Balykchy to Shymkent?

The distance between Balykchy and Shymkent is 1033 km. The road distance is 630.7 km.

How do I travel from Balykchy to Shymkent without a car?

The best way to get from Balykchy to Shymkent without a car is to bus which takes 14h 7m and costs $17 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Balykchy to Shymkent?

It takes approximately 7h 44m to get from Balykchy to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balykchy to Shymkent train from?

Balykchy to Shymkent train services, operated by Kyrgyz Railways (КТЖ), depart from Rybachye station.

Train or bus from Balykchy to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Balykchy to Shymkent is to bus which takes 14h 7m and costs $17 - $19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 14h 38m.

What is the time difference between Balykchy and Shymkent?

Shymkent is 1h behind Balykchy. It is currently 7:45 AM in Balykchy and 6:45 AM in Shymkent.

Where does the Balykchy to Shymkent train arrive?

Balykchy to Shymkent train services, operated by Kyrgyz Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Bischkek 2 station.

Can I drive from Balykchy to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Balykchy to Shymkent is 631 km. It takes approximately 9h 9m to drive from Balykchy to Shymkent.

Where can I stay near Shymkent?

There are 314+ hotels available in Shymkent.

Balykchy to Shymkent - 4 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Balykchy to Shymkent by car, plane, bus, or train

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

Drive, fly
best
1. Drive from Balykchy to Mamyr-1
2. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)ALA - CIT
7h 44m
$71–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Balykchy bus station to Bishkek Avtovokzal
2. Take the bus from Bishkek Avtovokzal to Shymkent Samal Bus Station
14h 7m
$17–18
Train
1. Take the train from Rybachye to Bischkek 2609
2. Take the train from Bischkek 2 to Shymkent317
14h 38m
Drive 630.7 km
1. Drive from Balykchy to Shymkent630.7 km
9h 9m
$48–68

Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) flights

59Weekly Planes

1h 23mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Balykchy to Shymkent.

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Distance: 1,033.5 km
Duration: 7h 44m

What companies run services between Balykchy, Kyrgyzstan and Shymkent, Kazakhstan?

You can take a bus from Balykchy bus station to Shymkent via Bishkek Avtovokzal and Shymkent Samal Bus Station in around 14h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rybachye to Shymkent via Bischkek 2 in around 14h 38m.

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