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

The cheapest way to get from Osh to Shymkent is to bus and train which costs $23 - $40 and takes 15h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Osh to Shymkent is to drive which takes 7h 30m and costs $35 - $60.

How far is it from Osh to Shymkent?

The distance between Osh and Shymkent is 701 km. The road distance is 513.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Osh to Shymkent without a car is to bus and train which takes 15h 51m and costs $23 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 15h 51m to get from Osh to Shymkent, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Osh and Shymkent?

Shymkent is 1h behind Osh. It is currently 2:41 AM in Osh and 1:41 AM in Shymkent.

Can I drive from Osh to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Osh to Shymkent is 513 km. It takes approximately 7h 30m to drive from Osh to Shymkent.

Where can I stay near Shymkent?

There are 301+ hotels available in Shymkent.

Osh to Shymkent - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Osh to Shymkent by bus, train, car, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Osh Bus station to Andijon Bus station
2. Take the train from Andijan to Tashkent North
3. Take the train from Tashkent North to Shymkent
15h 51m
$23–35
Drive 513.2 km
1. Drive from Osh to Shymkent513.2 km
7h 30m
$39–56
Bus to Andizhan Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Osh Bus station to Andijon Bus station
2. Fly from Andizhan Airport (AZN) to Tashkent International Airport (TAS)AZN - TAS
3. Take the train from Tashkent North to Shymkent
11h 9m
$513–1,819
Bus, train to Fergana International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Osh Bus station to Andijon Bus station
2. Take the train from Andijan 1 to Margilon
3. Fly from Fergana International Airport (FEG) to Tashkent International Airport (TAS)FEG - TAS
4. Take the train from Tashkent North to Shymkent
13h 21m
$106–1,231
Bus, train to Namangan Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Osh Bus station to Andijon Bus station
2. Take the train from Andijan to Namangan
3. Fly from Namangan Airport (NMA) to Tashkent International Airport (TAS)NMA - TAS
4. Take the train from Tashkent North to Shymkent
14h 29m
$107–782

Andizhan Airport (AZN) to Tashkent International Airport (TAS) flights

7Weekly Planes

53 minAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 701.4 km
Duration: 15h 51m

What companies run services between Osh, Kyrgyzstan and Shymkent, Kazakhstan?

There is no direct connection from Osh to Shymkent. However, you can take the bus to Andijon Bus station, walk to Andijan, take the train to Tashkent North, then take the train to Shymkent. Alternatively, you can drive from Osh to Shymkent in around 7h 30m.

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