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

The cheapest way to get from Barnaul to Shymkent is to train which costs $85 - $170 and takes 47h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnaul to Shymkent is to fly which takes 8h 16m and costs $130 - $650.

Is there a direct train between Barnaul and Shymkent?

No, there is no direct train from Barnaul to Shymkent. However, there are services departing from Barnaul and arriving at Shymkent via Semey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 41m.

How far is it from Barnaul to Shymkent?

The distance between Barnaul and Shymkent is 1976 km. The road distance is 2201 km.

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

The best way to get from Barnaul to Shymkent without a car is to bus which takes 43h 39m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 13h 22m to get from Barnaul to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnaul to Shymkent train from?

Barnaul to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ), depart from Barnaul station.

Train, bus or fly from Barnaul to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Barnaul to Shymkent is to bus which takes 43h 39m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $170 and takes 47h 41m, you could also fly, which costs $130 - $650 and takes 8h 16m.

What is the time difference between Barnaul and Shymkent?

Shymkent is 2h behind Barnaul. It is currently 2:38 AM in Barnaul and 12:38 AM in Shymkent.

Where does the Barnaul to Shymkent train arrive?

Barnaul to Shymkent train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ), arrive at Semey station.

Can I drive from Barnaul to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnaul to Shymkent is 2201 km. It takes approximately 27h 27m to drive from Barnaul to Shymkent.

Where can I stay near Shymkent?

There are 302+ hotels available in Shymkent.

Barnaul to Shymkent - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Barnaul to Shymkent by plane, train, bus, or car

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

Fly Barnaul West Airport to Tashkent International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Barnaul West Airport (BAX) to Tashkent International Airport (TAS)plane BAX - TAS
2. Take the train from Tashkent North to Shymkenttrain
13h 22m
$90–423
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Barnaul to Semeytrain 301Н
2. Take the train from Semey to Shymkenttrain 021Ц
47h 41m
$86–168
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barnaul Bus station to Pavlodar Bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Pavlodar Bus station to Saparzhai bus stationbus
3. Take the bus from Saparzhai bus station to Shymkent Samal Bus Stationbus
43h 39m
Drive 2,201 km
1. Drive from Barnaul to Shymkentcar 2,201 km
27h 27m
$181–261
Fly Barnaul West Airport to Shymkent International Airport
1. Fly from Barnaul West Airport (BAX) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane BAX - CIT
8h 16m
$137–609
Fly Barnaul West Airport to Khudjand International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Barnaul West Airport (BAX) to Khudjand International Airport (LBD)plane BAX - LBD
2. Drive from Khudzhand-Airport-LBD to Shymkentcar
10h 3m
$116–513
Train to Tolmachevo Airport, fly to Tashkent International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Barnaul to Novosibirsk Gltrain
2. Fly from Tolmachevo Airport (OVB) to Tashkent International Airport (TAS)plane OVB - TAS
3. Take the train from Tashkent North to Shymkenttrain
18h 24m
$132–757

Barnaul to Shymkent by train

3Weekly Trains

47h 41mAverage Duration

$86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,976.2 km
Duration: 13h 22m

What companies run services between Barnaul, Russia and Shymkent, Kazakhstan?

You can take a bus from Barnaul Bus station to Shymkent via Pavlodar Bus station, Saparzhai bus station, and Shymkent Samal Bus Station in around 43h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Barnaul to Shymkent via Semey in around 47h 41m.

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