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

The cheapest way to get from Karakol to Semey is to bus and train via Saryozek which costs $28 - $200 and takes 32h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karakol to Semey is to drive and fly which takes 6h 52m and costs $80 - $210.

How far is it from Karakol to Semey?

The distance between Karakol and Semey is 1088 km. The road distance is 1342.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Karakol to Semey without a car is to bus and train via Saryozek which takes 32h 48m and costs $28 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 15h 19m to get from Karakol to Semey, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Karakol and Semey?

Semey is 1h behind Karakol. It is currently 8:12 PM in Karakol and 7:12 PM in Semey.

Can I drive from Karakol to Semey?

Yes, the driving distance between Karakol to Semey is 1343 km. It takes approximately 19h to drive from Karakol to Semey.

Where can I stay near Semey?

There are 45+ hotels available in Semey.

Karakol to Semey - 7 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Karakol to Semey by taxi, 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.

Taxi to Issyk-Kul International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Karakol to Issyk-Kul International Airport (IKU)taxi
2. Fly from Issyk-Kul International Airport (IKU) to Semey Airport (PLX)plane IKU - PLX
15h 19m
$157–595
Bus, train via Saryozek
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karakol to Bishkek Avtovokzalbus 501
2. Take the bus from Bishkek Avtovokzal to Almaty Sayran Bus Stationbus 701
3. Take the bus from Almaty Sayran Bus Station to Sary-Ozekbus 179
4. Take the train from Sary-Ozek to Semeytrain
32h 48m
$29–199
Bus, drive, train
1. Take the bus from Karakol to Bishkek Avtovokzalbus 501
2. Drive from Bishkek Avtovokzal to Otarcar
3. Take the train from Otar to Almaty 1train
4. Take the train from Almaty 1 to Semeytrain
31h 51m
$33–326
Drive 1,342.5 km
1. Drive from Karakol to Semeycar 1,342.5 km
19h
$101–145
Drive to Almaty International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Karakol to Almaty International Airport (ALA)car
2. Fly from Almaty International Airport (ALA) to Semey Airport (PLX)plane ALA - PLX
6h 52m
$83–201
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Karakol to Bishkek Avtovokzalbus 501
2. Take the bus from Bishkek Avtovokzal to Almaty Sayran Bus Stationbus 701
3. Take the train from Almaty 2 to Semeytrain
36h 49m
$112–212
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Karakol to Bishkek Avtovokzalbus 501
2. Take the train from Bischkek 2 to Chutrain 405
3. Take the train from Chu to Semeytrain
42h 16m

Issyk-Kul International Airport (IKU) to Semey Airport (PLX) flights

4Weekly Planes

16hAverage Duration

$124Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Karakol to Semey.

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Distance: 1,087.8 km
Duration: 15h 19m

What companies run services between Karakol, Kyrgyzstan and Semey, Kazakhstan?

There is no direct connection from Karakol to Semey. However, you can take the taxi to Issyk-Kul International Airport (IKU) airport, fly to Semey Airport (PLX), then take the taxi to Semey. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Karakol to Semey via Bishkek Avtovokzal, Otar, and Almaty 1 in around 31h 51m.

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