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

The cheapest way to get from Chelyabinsk to Almaty is to bus which costs $65 - $95 and takes 2 days 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelyabinsk to Almaty is to bus and fly which takes 11h 14m and costs $100 - $220.

Is there a direct train between Chelyabinsk and Almaty?

No, there is no direct train from Chelyabinsk to Almaty. However, there are services departing from Chelyabinsk-Glavny and arriving at Almaty 2 via Astana Nurly Zhol. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 32m.

How far is it from Chelyabinsk to Almaty?

The distance between Chelyabinsk and Almaty is 1761 km. The road distance is 2198.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chelyabinsk to Almaty without a car is to train via Astana which takes 34h 32m and costs $110 - $410.

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

It takes approximately 11h 51m to get from Chelyabinsk to Almaty, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelyabinsk to Almaty train from?

Chelyabinsk to Almaty train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ), depart from Chelyabinsk-Glavny station.

Train, bus or fly from Chelyabinsk to Almaty?

The best way to get from Chelyabinsk to Almaty is to fly which takes 11h 51m and costs $110 - $500. Alternatively, you can train via Astana, which costs $110 - $410 and takes 34h 32m, you could also bus, which costs $65 - $95 and takes 2 days 1h.

Where does the Chelyabinsk to Almaty train arrive?

Chelyabinsk to Almaty train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ), arrive at Astana Nurly Zhol station.

Can I drive from Chelyabinsk to Almaty?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelyabinsk to Almaty is 2198 km. It takes approximately 23h 55m to drive from Chelyabinsk to Almaty.

Where can I stay near Almaty?

There are 3259+ hotels available in Almaty.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Chelyabinsk to Almaty 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 from Chelyabinsk Airport
best
1. Fly from Chelyabinsk Airport (CEK) to Almaty International Airport (ALA)plane CEK - ALA
11h 51m
$110–500
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chelyabinsk Central bus station to Yekaterinburg Yuzhniy bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Yekaterinburg Severnyi to Karagandy Bus stationbus
3. Take the bus from Karagandy Bus station to Almaty Sayran Bus Stationbus
2d 1h
$70–95
Train via Astana
1. Take the train from Chelyabinsk-Glavny to Astana Nurly Zholtrain 084Й
2. Take the train from Astana Nurly Zhol to Almaty 2train 004Ц / ...
34h 32m
$114–403
Drive 2,198.1 km
1. Drive from Chelyabinsk to Almatycar 2,198.1 km
23h 55m
$180–260
Bus to Kostanay Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Chelyabinsk Yuzhniye Vorota to Kostanay Bus stationbus
2. Fly from Kostanay Airport (KSN) to Almaty International Airport (ALA)plane KSN - ALA
11h 14m
$103–215
Train
1. Take the train from Chelyabinsk-Glavny to Kargapoletrain 136У/135У/059Е
2. Take the train from Kargapole to Almaty 2train 114Ц
2d 1h
$180–351

Chelyabinsk to Almaty by train

2Weekly Trains

34h 32mAverage Duration

$114Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,761.4 km
Duration: 11h 51m

What companies run services between Chelyabinsk, Russia and Almaty, Kazakhstan?

Aeroflot Russian Airlines, S7 Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Chelyabinsk Airport (CEK) to Almaty International Airport (ALA) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chelyabinsk-Glavny to Almaty 2 via Astana Nurly Zhol in around 34h 32m.

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