What is the cheapest way to get from Dushanbe to Samarkand?

The cheapest way to get from Dushanbe to Samarkand is to bus and drive which costs $12 - $16 and takes 3h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dushanbe to Samarkand?

The fastest way to get from Dushanbe to Samarkand is to fly which takes 1h 19m and costs $290 - $1,000.

Is there a direct train between Dushanbe and Samarkand?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dushanbe and arriving at Samarkand. Services depart once a week, and operate Monday. The journey takes approximately 13h 40m.

How far is it from Dushanbe to Samarkand?

The distance between Dushanbe and Samarkand is 215 km. The road distance is 297.6 km.

How do I travel from Dushanbe to Samarkand without a car?

The best way to get from Dushanbe to Samarkand without a car is to train which takes 13h 40m and costs $35 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Dushanbe to Samarkand?

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Dushanbe to Samarkand, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dushanbe to Samarkand train from?

Dushanbe to Samarkand train services, operated by Tajikistan Railways, depart from Dushanbe station.

Train or fly from Dushanbe to Samarkand?

The best way to get from Dushanbe to Samarkand is to fly which takes 1h 19m and costs $290 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $50 and takes 13h 40m.

Where does the Dushanbe to Samarkand train arrive?

Dushanbe to Samarkand train services, operated by Tajikistan Railways, arrive at Samarkand station.

Can I drive from Dushanbe to Samarkand?

Yes, the driving distance between Dushanbe to Samarkand is 298 km. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Dushanbe to Samarkand.

Where can I stay near Samarkand?

There are 728+ hotels available in Samarkand.

Dushanbe to Samarkand - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dushanbe to Samarkand by plane, bus, car, 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.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Dushanbe International Airport (DYU) to Samarkand International Airport (SKD)DYU - SKD
1h 19m
$292–953
Bus, drive
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Asian Express Terminal to Penjikent
2. Drive from Penjikent to Samarkand
3h 59m
$13–16
Train
1. Take the train from Dushanbe to Samarkand301
13h 40m
$35–50
Drive 297.6 km
1. Drive from Dushanbe to Samarkand297.6 km
4h 27m
$27–38

Dushanbe to Samarkand by train

1Weekly Trains

13h 40mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 215.3 km
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Dushanbe, Tajikistan and Samarkand, Uzbekistan?

Unilode flies from Dushanbe International Airport (DYU) to Samarkand International Airport (SKD) twice a week. Alternatively, Tajikistan Railways operates a train from Dushanbe to Samarkand once a week. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 13h 40m.

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