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

The cheapest way to get from Bishkek to Shymkent is to bus which costs $15 - $18 and takes 11h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bishkek to Shymkent is to drive which takes 6h 56m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct train between Bishkek and Shymkent?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bischkek 2 and arriving at Shymkent. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 9h 32m.

How far is it from Bishkek to Shymkent?

The distance between Bishkek and Shymkent is 472 km. The road distance is 451.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Bishkek to Shymkent without a car is to train which takes 9h 32m and costs .

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

The train from Bischkek 2 to Shymkent takes 9h 32m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Bishkek to Shymkent train from?

Bishkek to Shymkent train services, operated by Kyrgyz Railways (КТЖ), depart from Bischkek 2 station.

Train or bus from Bishkek to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Bishkek to Shymkent is to train which takes 9h 32m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15 - $18 and takes 11h 33m.

What is the time difference between Bishkek and Shymkent?

Shymkent is 1h behind Bishkek. It is currently 4:22 PM in Bishkek and 3:22 PM in Shymkent.

Where does the Bishkek to Shymkent train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bishkek to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Bishkek to Shymkent is 452 km. It takes approximately 6h 56m to drive from Bishkek to Shymkent.

Where can I stay near Shymkent?

There are 309+ hotels available in Shymkent.

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

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bischkek 2 to Shymkent317
9h 32m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bishkek Avtovokzal to Shymkent Samal Bus Station
11h 33m
$15–17
Drive 451.6 km
1. Drive from Bishkek to Shymkent451.6 km
6h 56m
$34–49
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Bischkek 2 to Almaty 1
2. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)ALA - CIT
14h 23m

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

60Weekly Planes

1h 23mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bishkek to Shymkent.

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Distance: 472.1 km
Duration: 9h 32m

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

Kyrgyz Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Bischkek 2 to Shymkent twice a week, and the journey takes 9h 32m. Alternatively, Kyrgyz Avtobeketi operates a bus from Bishkek Avtovokzal to Shymkent Samal Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $13 and the journey takes 10h.

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