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

The cheapest way to get from Shymkent to Samarkand is to drive and bus which costs $19 - $25 and takes 7h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shymkent to Samarkand is to drive which takes 6h 1m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct train between Shymkent and Samarkand?

No, there is no direct train from Shymkent to Samarkand. However, there are services departing from Shymkent and arriving at Samarkand via Tashkent North. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 29m.

How far is it from Shymkent to Samarkand?

The distance between Shymkent and Samarkand is 469 km. The road distance is 408.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Shymkent to Samarkand without a car is to train which takes 9h 29m and costs $21 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 7h 39m to get from Shymkent to Samarkand, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shymkent to Samarkand train from?

Shymkent to Samarkand train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), depart from Shymkent station.

Where does the Shymkent to Samarkand train arrive?

Shymkent to Samarkand train services, operated by Kazakhstan Railways (High Speed Trains), arrive at Tashkent North station.

Can I drive from Shymkent to Samarkand?

Yes, the driving distance between Shymkent to Samarkand is 408 km. It takes approximately 6h 1m to drive from Shymkent to Samarkand.

Where can I stay near Samarkand?

There are 619+ hotels available in Samarkand.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Shymkent to Samarkand by car, bus, train, 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.

Drive, bus
best
1. Drive from Shymkent to Chirchiq
2. Take the bus from Tashkent bus station to Samarkand Central Bus Station
7h 39m
$20–25
Train
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Tashkent North001Х
2. Take the train from Tashkent North to Samarkand768Ф / ...
9h 29m
$22–50
Drive 408.3 km
1. Drive from Shymkent to Samarkand408.3 km
6h 1m
$36–52
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Tashkent North
2. Fly from Tashkent International Airport (TAS) to Samarkand International Airport (SKD)TAS - SKD
8h 41m
$393–867
Train via Tashkent
1. Take the train from Shymkent to Tashkent North001Х
2. Take the train from Tashkent South to Samarkand054Ф / ...
11h 33m
$23–33

Shymkent to Samarkand by train

4Weekly Trains

9h 29mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 468.9 km
Duration: 7h 39m

What companies run services between Shymkent, Kazakhstan and Samarkand, Uzbekistan?

You can take a train from Shymkent to Samarkand via Tashkent North in around 9h 29m.

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