What is the cheapest way to get from Issyk-Kul (Lake) to Kashgar?

The cheapest way to get from Issyk-Kul (Lake) to Kashgar is to drive which costs ¥500 - ¥750 and takes 7h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Issyk-Kul (Lake) to Kashgar?

The fastest way to get from Issyk-Kul (Lake) to Kashgar is to drive which takes 7h 48m and costs ¥500 - ¥750.

How far is it from Issyk-Kul (Lake) to Kashgar?

The distance between Issyk-Kul (Lake) and Kashgar is 910 km. The road distance is 574.8 km.

How do I travel from Issyk-Kul (Lake) to Kashgar without a car?

The best way to get from Issyk-Kul (Lake) to Kashgar without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 22h 22m and costs ¥750 - ¥790.

How long does it take to get from Issyk-Kul (Lake) to Kashgar?

It takes approximately 11h 17m to get from Issyk-Kul (Lake) to Kashgar, including transfers.

Can I drive from Issyk-Kul (Lake) to Kashgar?

Yes, the driving distance between Issyk-Kul (Lake) to Kashgar is 575 km. It takes approximately 7h 48m to drive from Issyk-Kul (Lake) to Kashgar.

Where can I stay near Kashgar?

There are 21+ hotels available in Kashgar.

Issyk-Kul (Lake) to Kashgar - 3 ways to travel via car, plane, taxi, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Issyk-Kul (Lake) to Kashgar by car, plane, taxi, or bus

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

Drive, fly
best
1. Drive from Issyk-Kul (Lake) to Almaty International Airport (ALA)
2. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Kashgar Airport (KHG)ALA - KHG
11h 17m
¥2,164–5,179
Drive 574.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Tamchy to Kashgar574.8 km
7h 48m
¥511–737
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Issyk-Kul (Lake) to Balykchy bus station
2. Take the bus from Balykchy bus station to Bishkek Avtovokzal
3. Take the bus from Bishkek Avtovokzal to Kashgar
22h 22m
¥758–784

Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Kashgar Airport (KHG) flights

18Weekly Planes

6h 56mAverage Duration

¥1,877Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Issyk-Kul (Lake) to Kashgar.

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Distance: 910 km
Duration: 11h 17m

What companies run services between Issyk-Kul (Lake), Kyrgyzstan and Kashgar, China?

There is no direct connection from Issyk-Kul (Lake) to Kashgar. However, you can drive to Almaty International Airport (ALA) airport, fly to Kashgar Airport (KHG), then take the taxi to Kashgar. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Balykchy bus station, take the bus to Bishkek Avtovokzal, take the bus to Kashgar, then take the taxi to Kashgar.

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