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

The cheapest way to get from Samarkand to Bukhara is to train which costs $11 - $28 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Samarkand to Bukhara is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs $11 - $28.

How far is it from Samarkand to Bukhara?

The distance between Samarkand and Bukhara is 242 km. The road distance is 255.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Samarkand to Bukhara without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs $11 - $28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Samarkand to Bukhara, including transfers.

Train or bus from Samarkand to Bukhara?

The best way to get from Samarkand to Bukhara is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs $11 - $28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 59m.

Can I drive from Samarkand to Bukhara?

Yes, the driving distance between Samarkand to Bukhara is 255 km. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Samarkand to Bukhara.

Where can I stay near Bukhara?

There are 417+ hotels available in Bukhara.

Samarkand to Bukhara - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Samarkand to Bukhara by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Samarkand to Bukhara 1train 710Ф / ...
2h 30m
$12–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Samarkand Central Bus Station to Bukhara bus stationbus
3h 59m
Drive 255.1 km
1. Drive from Samarkand to Bukharacar 255.1 km
3h 53m
$23–33
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Samarkand to Bukharataxi 255.1 km
3h 53m
$25–30
Train via Samarkand
1. Take the train from Samarkand to Bukhara 1train 359
3h 22m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Samarkand to Bukhara.

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Distance: 241.9 km
Duration: 2h 30m

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

Uzbekistan Railways (OTY) operates a train from Samarkand to Bukhara 1 every 4 hours. Tickets cost $10–15 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Uzbekistan Railways (High Speed Trains) also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, Tashkent Bus Terminal operates a bus from Samarkand Central Bus Station to Bukhara bus station every 2 hours, and the journey takes 3h 52m.

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