What is the cheapest way to get from Omsk to Balqash?

The cheapest way to get from Omsk to Balqash is to drive which costs $95 - $140 and takes 13h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Omsk to Balqash?

The fastest way to get from Omsk to Balqash is to drive which takes 13h 36m and costs $95 - $140.

Is there a direct bus between Omsk and Balqash?

No, there is no direct bus from Omsk to Balqash. However, there are services departing from Park Pobedy and arriving at Balhash via Omsk Airport, Omsk Bus station and Saparzhai bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Omsk and Balqash?

No, there is no direct train from Omsk to Balqash. However, there are services departing from Omsk-Pass and arriving at Balhash 2 via Astana Nurly Zhol. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 51m.

How far is it from Omsk to Balqash?

The distance between Omsk and Balqash is 1204 km. The road distance is 1174.6 km.

How do I travel from Omsk to Balqash without a car?

The best way to get from Omsk to Balqash without a car is to bus which takes 23h 25m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Omsk to Balqash?

It takes approximately 23h 25m to get from Omsk to Balqash, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Omsk to Balqash bus from?

Omsk to Balqash bus services, operated by Avtovokzaly.ru, depart from Omsk Bus station.

Where do I catch the Omsk to Balqash train from?

Omsk to Balqash train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ), depart from Omsk-Pass station.

Train or bus from Omsk to Balqash?

The best way to get from Omsk to Balqash is to bus which takes 23h 25m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $190 and takes 28h 51m.

Where does the Omsk to Balqash bus arrive?

Omsk to Balqash bus services, operated by Avtovokzaly.ru, arrive at Saparzhai bus station.

What is the time difference between Omsk and Balqash?

Balqash is 1h behind Omsk. It is currently 10:17 AM in Omsk and 9:17 AM in Balqash.

Where does the Omsk to Balqash train arrive?

Omsk to Balqash train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ), arrive at Astana Nurly Zhol station.

Can I drive from Omsk to Balqash?

Yes, the driving distance between Omsk to Balqash is 1175 km. It takes approximately 13h 36m to drive from Omsk to Balqash.

Where can I stay near Balqash?

There are 139+ hotels available in Balqash.

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There are 4 ways to get from Omsk to Balqash by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Omsk Bus station to Saparzhai bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Saparzhai bus station to Balhashbus A500 / ...
23h 25m
Drive 1,174.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Omsk to Balqashcar 1,174.6 km
13h 36m
$97–139
Train
1. Take the train from Omsk-Pass to Astana Nurly Zholtrain 146Н
2. Take the train from Astana Nurly Zhol to Balhash 2train 122Ц / ...
28h 51m
$100–183
Fly, train
1. Fly from Omsk (OMS) to Karaganda Sary-Arka Airport (KGF)plane OMS - KGF
2. Take the train from Karaganda Pass to Balhash 2train
29h 44m
$115–533

Omsk (OMS) to Karaganda Sary-Arka Airport (KGF) flights

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19h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,204.2 km
Duration: 23h 25m

What companies run services between Omsk, Russia and Balqash, Kazakhstan?

You can take a bus from Park Pobedy to Balhash via Omsk Airport, Omsk Bus station, and Saparzhai bus station in around 23h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Omsk to Balhash 2 via Omsk-Pass and Astana Nurly Zhol in around 28h 51m.

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