What is the cheapest way to get from Semey to Astana?

The cheapest way to get from Semey to Astana is to train via Astana Nurly Zhol which costs $11 - $22 and takes 12h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Semey to Astana?

The fastest way to get from Semey to Astana is to fly which takes 2h 33m and costs $45 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between Semey and Astana?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Semey and arriving at Saparzhai bus station station. Services depart three times a week. The journey takes approximately 11h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Semey and Astana?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Semey and arriving at Astana 1. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 16h 36m.

How far is it from Semey to Astana?

The distance between Semey and Astana is 654 km. The road distance is 740.9 km.

How do I travel from Semey to Astana without a car?

The best way to get from Semey to Astana without a car is to bus which takes 11h 15m and costs $21.

How long does it take to get from Semey to Astana?

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Semey to Astana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Semey to Astana bus from?

Semey to Astana bus services, operated by Oskemen Bus Terminal, depart from Semey station.

Where do I catch the Semey to Astana train from?

Semey to Astana train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), depart from Semey station.

Train, bus or fly from Semey to Astana?

The best way to get from Semey to Astana is to fly which takes 2h 33m and costs $45 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21 and takes 11h 15m, you could also train via Astana Nurly Zhol, which costs $11 - $22 and takes 12h 46m.

Where does the Semey to Astana bus arrive?

Semey to Astana bus services, operated by Oskemen Bus Terminal, arrive at Saparzhai bus station.

Where does the Semey to Astana train arrive?

Semey to Astana train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ), arrive at Astana 1 station.

Can I drive from Semey to Astana?

Yes, the driving distance between Semey to Astana is 741 km. It takes approximately 7h 37m to drive from Semey to Astana.

Where can I stay near Astana?

There are 2332+ hotels available in Astana.

Semey to Astana - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Semey to Astana by plane, bus, train, 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.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Semey Airport (PLX) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ)plane PLX - NQZ
2h 33m
$48–144
Train via Astana Nurly Zhol
cheapest
1. Take the train from Semey to Astana Nurly Zholtrain 067Т
12h 46m
$11–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Semey to Saparzhai bus stationbus
11h 15m
$21
Drive 740.9 km
1. Drive from Semey to Astanacar 740.9 km
7h 37m
$29–42
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Semey to Astanataxi 740.9 km
7h 37m
$80–100
Train
1. Take the train from Semey to Astana 1train 037Х
16h 36m
$12–22

Semey to Astana by train

4Weekly Trains

16h 36mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 654 km
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Semey, Kazakhstan and Astana, Kazakhstan?

Flyr and World Ticket fly from Semey Airport (PLX) to Astana Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ) twice daily. Alternatively, Oskemen Bus Terminal operates a bus from Semey to Saparzhai bus station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $21 and the journey takes 11h 15m.

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