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

The cheapest way to get from Semey to Shymkent is to train which costs $27 - $45 and takes 34h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Semey to Shymkent is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs $120 - $650.

Is there a direct train between Semey and Shymkent?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Semey and arriving at Shymkent. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34h 17m.

How far is it from Semey to Shymkent?

The distance between Semey and Shymkent is 1233 km. The road distance is 1577 km.

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

The best way to get from Semey to Shymkent without a car is to train which takes 34h 17m and costs $27 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Semey to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Semey to Shymkent train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Semey to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Semey to Shymkent is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs $120 - $650. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $27 - $45 and takes 34h 17m, you could also bus, which costs $49 - $51 and takes 35h 29m.

Where does the Semey to Shymkent train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Semey to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Semey to Shymkent is 1577 km. It takes approximately 26h 26m to drive from Semey to Shymkent.

Where can I stay near Shymkent?

There are 308+ hotels available in Shymkent.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Semey to Shymkent by plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Semey Airport
best
1. Fly from Semey Airport (PLX) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)PLX - CIT
4h 42m
$124–605
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Semey to Shymkent021Ц
34h 17m
$27–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Semey to Saparzhai bus station
2. Take the bus from Saparzhai bus station to Shymkent Samal Bus StationA600/3
35h 29m
$49–50
Drive 1,577 km
1. Drive from Semey to Shymkent1,577 km
26h 26m
$61–89
Bus to Oskemen Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Semey to Oskemen Bus station
2. Fly from Oskemen Airport (UKK) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)UKK - CIT
6h 14m

Semey to Shymkent by train

8Weekly Trains

34h 17mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,233.5 km
Duration: 4h 42m

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

Flyr and World Ticket fly from Semey Airport (PLX) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) twice daily. Alternatively, Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Semey to Shymkent once daily. Tickets cost $20–40 and the journey takes 34h 17m. Uzbekistan Railways (OTY) also services this route once a week.

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