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

The cheapest way to get from Semey to Taraz is to train which costs $18 - $40 and takes 30h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Semey to Taraz is to fly and bus which takes 8h 9m and costs $95 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Semey and Taraz?

No, there is no direct bus from Semey to Taraz station. However, there are services departing from Semey and arriving at Taraz bus station via Saparzhai bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Semey and Taraz?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Semey and arriving at Taraz. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30h 12m.

How far is it from Semey to Taraz?

The distance between Semey and Taraz is 1410 km. The road distance is 1403.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Semey to Taraz without a car is to train which takes 30h 12m and costs $18 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 8h 9m to get from Semey to Taraz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Semey to Taraz bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Semey to Taraz train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Semey to Taraz?

The best way to get from Semey to Taraz is to train which takes 30h 12m and costs $18 - $40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 and takes 31h 52m, you could also fly, which costs $120 - $360 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Semey to Taraz bus arrive?

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

Where does the Semey to Taraz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Semey to Taraz?

Yes, the driving distance between Semey to Taraz is 1404 km. It takes approximately 23h 25m to drive from Semey to Taraz.

Where can I stay near Taraz?

There are 81+ hotels available in Taraz.

Semey to Taraz - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 8 ways to get from Semey to Taraz 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 Semey Airport to Shymkent International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Semey Airport (PLX) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane PLX - CIT
2. Take the bus from Shymkent Samal Bus Station to Taraz bus stationbus
8h 9m
$97–279
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Semey to Taraztrain 021Ц
30h 12m
$18–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Semey to Saparzhai bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Saparzhai bus station to Taraz bus stationbus A600/3
31h 52m
$50
Drive 1,403.6 km
1. Drive from Semey to Tarazcar 1,403.6 km
23h 25m
$55–79
Bus to Oskemen Airport, fly to Taraz Airport
1. Take the bus from Semey to Oskemen Bus stationbus
2. Fly from Oskemen Airport (UKK) to Taraz Airport (DMB)plane UKK - DMB
8h 47m
Fly Semey Airport to Taraz Airport
1. Fly from Semey Airport (PLX) to Taraz Airport (DMB)plane PLX - DMB
8h 15m
$123–355
Bus to Oskemen Airport, fly to Shymkent International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Semey to Oskemen Bus stationbus
2. Fly from Oskemen Airport (UKK) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane UKK - CIT
3. Take the bus from Shymkent Samal Bus Station to Taraz bus stationbus
9h 16m
Fly Semey Airport to Turkistan, taxi
1. Fly from Semey Airport (PLX) to Turkistan (HSA)plane PLX - HSA
2. Take the taxi from Turkistan-Airport-HSA to Taraztaxi
14h 7m
$147–368

Semey to Taraz by train

7Weekly Trains

30h 12mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,410 km
Duration: 8h 9m

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

Kazakhstan Railways (КТЖ) operates a train from Semey to Taraz once daily. Tickets cost $18–40 and the journey takes 30h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Semey to Taraz bus station via Saparzhai bus station in around 31h 52m.

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