What is the cheapest way to get from Itchan Kala to Samarkand?

The cheapest way to get from Itchan Kala to Samarkand is to train which costs $15 - $23 and takes 9h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Itchan Kala to Samarkand?

The fastest way to get from Itchan Kala to Samarkand is to fly which takes 6h and costs $240 - $1,100.

Is there a direct train between Itchan Kala and Samarkand?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Khiva and arriving at Samarkand. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 26m.

How far is it from Itchan Kala to Samarkand?

The distance between Itchan Kala and Samarkand is 672 km.

How do I travel from Itchan Kala to Samarkand without a car?

The best way to get from Itchan Kala to Samarkand without a car is to train which takes 9h 46m and costs $15 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Itchan Kala to Samarkand?

The train from Khiva to Samarkand takes 9h 26m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Itchan Kala to Samarkand train from?

Itchan Kala to Samarkand train services, operated by Uzbekistan Railways (OTY), depart from Khiva station.

Train, bus or fly from Itchan Kala to Samarkand?

The best way to get from Itchan Kala to Samarkand is to train which takes 9h 46m and costs $15 - $23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 13h 27m, you could also fly, which costs $240 - $1,100 and takes 6h.

Where does the Itchan Kala to Samarkand train arrive?

Itchan Kala to Samarkand train services, operated by Uzbekistan Railways (OTY), arrive at Samarkand station.

Where can I stay near Samarkand?

There are 716+ hotels available in Samarkand.

Itchan Kala to Samarkand - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Itchan Kala to Samarkand by train, bus, 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 Khiva to Samarkand126Ф / ...
9h 46m
$15–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Khiva to Kattakurgan
2. Take the bus from Kattakurgan to Samarkand Central Bus Station
13h 27m
Fly to Samarkand International Airport
1. Fly from Urgench International Airport (UGC) to Samarkand International Airport (SKD)UGC - SKD
6h
$242–1,103
Fly to Tashkent International Airport, train
1. Fly from Urgench International Airport (UGC) to Tashkent International Airport (TAS)UGC - TAS
2. Take the train from Tashkent North to Samarkand
7h 15m
$123–938
Fly to Karshi, train
1. Fly from Urgench International Airport (UGC) to Karshi (KSQ)UGC - KSQ
2. Take the train from Qarshi to Samarkand
13h 21m
$96–501

Urgench International Airport (UGC) to Samarkand International Airport (SKD) flights

4Weekly Planes

5h 5mAverage Duration

$246Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 672.4 km
Duration: 9h 46m

What companies run services between Itchan Kala, Uzbekistan and Samarkand, Uzbekistan?

Uzbekistan Railways (OTY) operates a train from Khiva to Samarkand twice daily. Tickets cost $15–23 and the journey takes 9h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Itchan Kala to Samarkand via Khiva, Kattakurgan, and Samarkand Central Bus Station in around 13h 27m.

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