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 $25 - $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 which takes 8h 13m and costs $100 - $310.

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 1402.4 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 $25 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 8h 54m 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 $25 - $40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $49 and takes 31h 52m, you could also fly, which costs $100 - $310 and takes 8h 13m.

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 1402 km. It takes approximately 23h 50m to drive from Semey to Taraz.

Where can I stay near Taraz?

There are 93+ hotels available in Taraz.

Semey to Taraz - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 10 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)PLX - CIT
2. Take the bus from Shymkent Samal Bus Station to Taraz bus station
8h 54m
$157–608
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Semey to Taraz021Ц
30h 12m
$25–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Semey to Saparzhai bus station
2. Take the bus from Saparzhai bus station to Taraz bus stationA600/3
31h 52m
$48
Drive 1,402.4 km
1. Drive from Semey to Taraz1,402.4 km
23h 50m
$55–79
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Semey to Taraz1,402.4 km
23h 50m
$150–180
Bus to Oskemen Airport, fly to Taraz Airport
1. Take the bus from Semey to Oskemen Bus station
2. Fly from Oskemen Airport (UKK) to Taraz Airport (DMB)UKK - DMB
8h 45m
Fly Semey Airport to Taraz Airport
1. Fly from Semey Airport (PLX) to Taraz Airport (DMB)PLX - DMB
8h 13m
$103–304
Bus to Oskemen Airport, fly to Shymkent International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Semey to Oskemen Bus station
2. Fly from Oskemen Airport (UKK) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)UKK - CIT
3. Take the bus from Shymkent Samal Bus Station to Taraz bus station
9h 16m
Fly Semey Airport to Turkistan, taxi
1. Fly from Semey Airport (PLX) to Turkistan (HSA)PLX - HSA
2. Take the taxi from Turkistan (HSA) to Taraz
14h 5m
$137–347
Train via Kulan
1. Take the train from Semey to Turksib386
2. Take the train from Turksib to Taraz077Т / ...
33h 58m
$33–50

Semey to Taraz by train

8Weekly Trains

30h 12mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,410 km
Duration: 8h 54m

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. Uzbekistan Railways (OTY) also services this route once a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Semey to Taraz bus station via Saparzhai bus station in around 31h 52m.

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