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

The cheapest way to get from Samarkand to Khiva is to train which costs $15 - $23 and takes 9h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Samarkand to Khiva is to train and fly which takes 6h 31m and costs $120 - $360.

Is there a direct train between Samarkand and Khiva?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Samarkand and arriving at Khiva. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 54m.

How far is it from Samarkand to Khiva?

The distance between Samarkand and Khiva is 687 km. The road distance is 654 km.

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

The best way to get from Samarkand to Khiva without a car is to train which takes 9h 54m and costs $15 - $23.

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

The train from Samarkand to Khiva takes 9h 54m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Samarkand to Khiva train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Samarkand to Khiva?

The best way to get from Samarkand to Khiva is to train which takes 9h 54m and costs $15 - $23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 13h 25m, you could also fly, which costs $210 - $750 and takes 7h 24m.

Where does the Samarkand to Khiva train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Samarkand to Khiva?

Yes, the driving distance between Samarkand to Khiva is 654 km. It takes approximately 9h 37m to drive from Samarkand to Khiva.

Where can I stay near Khiva?

There are 114+ hotels available in Khiva.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Samarkand to Khiva 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 Samarkand to Khivatrain 125Ф / ...
9h 54m
$15–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Samarkand Central Bus Station to Kattakurganbus
2. Take the bus from Kattakurgan to Khivabus
13h 25m
Drive 654 km
1. Drive from Samarkand to Khivacar 654 km
9h 37m
$58–84
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Samarkand to Khivataxi 654 km
9h 37m
$60–80
Fly from Samarkand International Airport
1. Fly from Samarkand International Airport (SKD) to Urgench International Airport (UGC)plane SKD - UGC
7h 24m
$213–704
Train to Tashkent International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Samarkand to Tashkent Northtrain
2. Fly from Tashkent International Airport (TAS) to Urgench International Airport (UGC)plane TAS - UGC
6h 31m
$125–357

Samarkand to Khiva by train

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Distance: 686.6 km
Duration: 9h 54m

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

Uzbekistan Railways (OTY) operates a train from Samarkand to Khiva twice daily. Tickets cost $15–23 and the journey takes 9h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Samarkand to Khiva via Samarkand Central Bus Station and Kattakurgan in around 13h 25m.

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