What is the cheapest way to get from Nukus to Shymkent?

The cheapest way to get from Nukus to Shymkent is to bus and drive which costs $23 - $30 and takes 22h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nukus to Shymkent?

The fastest way to get from Nukus to Shymkent is to fly which takes 5h 13m and costs $150 - $700.

Is there a direct train between Nukus and Shymkent?

No, there is no direct train from Nukus to Shymkent. However, there are services departing from Nukus and arriving at Shymkent via Tashkent North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 28m.

How far is it from Nukus to Shymkent?

The distance between Nukus and Shymkent is 1057 km. The road distance is 1181.2 km.

How do I travel from Nukus to Shymkent without a car?

The best way to get from Nukus to Shymkent without a car is to train via Tashkent which takes 24h 9m and costs $30 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Nukus to Shymkent?

It takes approximately 9h 7m to get from Nukus to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nukus to Shymkent train from?

Nukus to Shymkent train services, operated by Uzbekistan Railways (OTY), depart from Nukus station.

Train or fly from Nukus to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Nukus to Shymkent is to train via Tashkent which takes 24h 9m and costs $30 - $50. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $150 - $700 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Nukus to Shymkent train arrive?

Nukus to Shymkent train services, operated by Uzbekistan Railways (OTY), arrive at Tashkent North station.

Can I drive from Nukus to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Nukus to Shymkent is 1181 km. It takes approximately 17h 13m to drive from Nukus to Shymkent.

Where can I stay near Shymkent?

There are 303+ hotels available in Shymkent.

Nukus to Shymkent - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Nukus to Shymkent by plane, train, bus, or car

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

Fly to Tashkent International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Nukus (NCU) to Tashkent International Airport (TAS)NCU - TAS
2. Take the train from Tashkent North to Shymkent
9h 7m
$122–567
Bus, drive
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nukus Kubla Bus station to Tashkent bus station
2. Drive from Chirchiq to Shymkent
22h 1m
$23–29
Train via Tashkent
1. Take the train from Nukus to Tashkent South054Щ / ...
2. Take the train from Tashkent North to Shymkent001Ь
24h 9m
$31–46
Drive 1,181.2 km
1. Drive from Nukus to Shymkent1,181.2 km
17h 13m
$105–151
Fly to Shymkent International Airport
1. Fly from Nukus (NCU) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)NCU - CIT
5h 13m
$153–654
Train
1. Take the train from Nukus to Tashkent North123Ф
2. Take the train from Tashkent North to Shymkent001Ь
28h 28m
$32–48

Nukus to Shymkent by train

2Weekly Trains

28h 28mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,056.9 km
Duration: 9h 7m

What companies run services between Nukus, Uzbekistan and Shymkent, Kazakhstan?

You can take a train from Nukus to Shymkent via Tashkent South, Institut Gematologii, Severnyj Vokzal, and Tashkent North in around 24h 9m. Alternatively, Uzbekistan, SCAT, and Air Astana fly from Nukus (NCU) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) 6 times a week.

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