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

The cheapest way to get from Khiva to Samarkand is to train which costs $15 - $23 and takes 9h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Khiva to Samarkand is to fly and train which takes 7h 10m and costs $120 - $360.

Is there a direct train between Khiva and Samarkand?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Khiva and arriving at Samarkand. Services depart once daily, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from Khiva to Samarkand?

The distance between Khiva and Samarkand is 671 km. The road distance is 648.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Khiva to Samarkand without a car is to train which takes 9h 30m and costs $15 - $23.

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

The train from Khiva to Samarkand takes 9h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Khiva to Samarkand train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Khiva to Samarkand?

The best way to get from Khiva to Samarkand is to train which takes 9h 30m and costs $15 - $23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 13h 3m, you could also fly, which costs $210 - $750 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Khiva to Samarkand train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Khiva to Samarkand?

Yes, the driving distance between Khiva to Samarkand is 648 km. It takes approximately 9h 41m to drive from Khiva to Samarkand.

Where can I stay near Samarkand?

There are 631+ hotels available in Samarkand.

Khiva to Samarkand - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Khiva to Samarkand by train, bus, car, taxi, 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 Samarkandtrain 126F / ...
9h 30m
$15–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Khiva to Kattakurganbus
2. Take the bus from Kattakurgan to Samarkand Central Bus Stationbus
13h 3m
Drive 648.3 km
1. Drive from Khiva to Samarkandcar 648.3 km
9h 41m
$58–83
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Khiva to Samarkandtaxi 648.3 km
9h 41m
$60–75
Fly to Samarkand International Airport
1. Fly from Urgench International Airport (UGC) to Samarkand International Airport (SKD)plane UGC - SKD
7h 25m
$212–703
Fly to Tashkent International Airport, train
1. Fly from Urgench International Airport (UGC) to Tashkent International Airport (TAS)plane UGC - TAS
2. Take the train from Tashkent Central to Samarkandtrain
7h 10m
$123–358

Khiva to Samarkand by train

9Weekly Trains

9h 30mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Khiva to Samarkand.

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Distance: 670.6 km
Duration: 9h 30m

What companies run services between Khiva, Uzbekistan and Samarkand, Uzbekistan?

Uzbekistan Railways (OTY) operates a train from Khiva to Samarkand once daily. Tickets cost $15–23 and the journey takes 9h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Khiva to Samarkand via Kattakurgan and Samarkand Central Bus Station in around 13h 3m.

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