What is the cheapest way to get from Irkutsk to Semey?

The cheapest way to get from Irkutsk to Semey is to bus and train which costs $100 - $170 and takes 46h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irkutsk to Semey?

The fastest way to get from Irkutsk to Semey is to fly which takes 12h 23m and costs $130 - $650.

Is there a direct train between Irkutsk and Semey?

No, there is no direct train from Irkutsk to Semey. However, there are services departing from Irkutsk Pas and arriving at Semey via Novosibirsk-Glavny. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 2h.

How far is it from Irkutsk to Semey?

The distance between Irkutsk and Semey is 1777 km. The road distance is 2475.6 km.

How do I travel from Irkutsk to Semey without a car?

The best way to get from Irkutsk to Semey without a car is to bus and train which takes 46h 8m and costs $100 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Irkutsk to Semey?

It takes approximately 9h 44m to get from Irkutsk to Semey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irkutsk to Semey train from?

Irkutsk to Semey train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), depart from Irkutsk Pas station.

Train or fly from Irkutsk to Semey?

The best way to get from Irkutsk to Semey is to fly which takes 12h 23m and costs $130 - $650. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $120 - $240 and takes 2 days 2h.

What is the time difference between Irkutsk and Semey?

Semey is 3h behind Irkutsk. It is currently 12:43 AM in Irkutsk and 9:43 PM in Semey.

Where does the Irkutsk to Semey train arrive?

Irkutsk to Semey train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), arrive at Novosibirsk Gl station.

Can I drive from Irkutsk to Semey?

Yes, the driving distance between Irkutsk to Semey is 2476 km. It takes approximately 36h 7m to drive from Irkutsk to Semey.

Where can I stay near Semey?

There are 57+ hotels available in Semey.

Irkutsk to Semey - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Irkutsk to Semey by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly to Oskemen Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Irkutsk Airport (IKT) to Oskemen Airport (UKK)plane IKT - UKK
2. Take the bus from Oskemen Bus station to Semeybus
9h 44m
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Irkutsk Bus station to Tulunbus 608 / ...
2. Take the train from Tulun to Bolotnaiatrain
3. Take the bus from Bolotnoe to Novosibirsk Bus stationbus
4. Take the bus from Novosibirsk Bus station to Semey Bus stationbus
46h 8m
$101–165
Drive 2,475.6 km
1. Drive from Irkutsk to Semeycar 2,475.6 km
36h 7m
$203–293
Fly to Semey Airport
1. Fly from Irkutsk Airport (IKT) to Semey Airport (PLX)plane IKT - PLX
12h 23m
$138–610
Train
1. Take the train from Irkutsk Pas to Novosibirsk Gltrain 009Н / ...
2. Take the train from Novosibirsk-Glavny to Semeytrain 301Н
2d 2h
$127–236

Irkutsk to Semey by train

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Distance: 1,777.2 km
Duration: 9h 44m

What companies run services between Irkutsk, Russia and Semey, Kazakhstan?

S7 Airlines, Flyr, and three other airlines fly from Irkutsk Airport (IKT) to Semey Airport (PLX) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Irkutsk Pas to Semey via Novosibirsk-Glavny in around 2d 2h.

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