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

The cheapest way to get from Sochi to Shymkent is to train via Volgograd which costs $75 - $120 and takes 3 days 16h.

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

The fastest way to get from Sochi to Shymkent is to fly which takes 9h 31m and costs $440 - $1,400.

Is there a direct train between Sochi and Shymkent?

No, there is no direct train from Sochi to Shymkent. However, there are services departing from Sochi and arriving at Shymkent via Saratov 1 Pass. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 2h.

How far is it from Sochi to Shymkent?

The distance between Sochi and Shymkent is 2679 km. The road distance is 3436.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Sochi to Shymkent without a car is to train which takes 3 days 2h and costs $210 - $420.

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

It takes approximately 14h 8m to get from Sochi to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sochi to Shymkent train from?

Sochi to Shymkent train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), depart from Sochi station.

Train or fly from Sochi to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Sochi to Shymkent is to train which takes 3 days 2h and costs $210 - $420. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $440 - $1,400 and takes 9h 31m.

What is the time difference between Sochi and Shymkent?

Shymkent is 2h ahead of Sochi. It is currently 4:42 PM in Sochi and 6:42 PM in Shymkent.

Where does the Sochi to Shymkent train arrive?

Sochi to Shymkent train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), arrive at Saratov 1 Pass station.

Can I drive from Sochi to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Sochi to Shymkent is 3436 km. It takes approximately 2 days 4h to drive from Sochi to Shymkent.

Where can I stay near Shymkent?

There are 300+ hotels available in Shymkent.

Sochi to Shymkent - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Sochi 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 Sochi International Airport to Tashkent International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Sochi International Airport (AER) to Tashkent International Airport (TAS)plane AER - TAS
2. Take the train from Tashkent North to Shymkenttrain
14h 8m
$165–895
Train via Volgograd
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mamaika to Ust-Labinskayatrain
2. Take the train from Ust-Labinskaya to Volgograd-1train
3. Take the train from Volgograd 1 to Tashkent Northtrain
4. Take the train from Tashkent North to Shymkenttrain
3d 16h
$77–116
Train
1. Take the train from Sochi to Saratov 1 Passtrain 014C / ...
2. Take the train from Saratov 1 Pass to Shymkenttrain 008Ж
3d 2h
$219–412
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sochi Bus station to Krasnodar-1 Bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Krasnodar-1 Bus station to Elistabus
3. Take the bus from Elista to Saratovbus
4. Take the bus from Saratov to Samara Central Bus stationbus 720
5. Take the bus from Samara Central Bus station to Aktobe Bus stationbus
6. Take the train from Aktobe to Shymkenttrain
3d 8h
$112–391
Drive 3,436.5 km
1. Drive from Sochi to Shymkentcar 3,436.5 km
2d 4h
$282–407
Fly Sochi International Airport to Shymkent International Airport
1. Fly from Sochi International Airport (AER) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)plane AER - CIT
9h 31m
$442–1,341
Train to Krasnodar, fly to Tashkent International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Sochi to Krasnodar 1train
2. Fly from Krasnodar (KRR) to Tashkent International Airport (TAS)plane KRR - TAS
3. Take the train from Tashkent North to Shymkenttrain
17h 59m
$165–1,035
Train via Yershov
1. Take the train from Sochi to Ershovtrain 346C
2. Take the train from Ershov to Shymkenttrain 008Ж
3d 8h
$214–399

Sochi to Shymkent by train

3Weekly Trains

3d 2hAverage Duration

$219Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 2,679.3 km
Duration: 14h 8m

What companies run services between Sochi, Russia and Shymkent, Kazakhstan?

You can take a train from Sochi to Shymkent via Saratov 1 Pass in around 3d 2h. Alternatively, S7 Airlines, Azimuth, and two other airlines fly from Sochi International Airport (AER) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) once daily.

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