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

The cheapest way to get from Tambov to Shymkent is to bus and train which costs $50 - $80 and takes 2 days 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Tambov to Shymkent is to fly which takes 11h 26m and costs $210 - $650.

Is there a direct train between Tambov and Shymkent?

No, there is no direct train from Tambov to Shymkent. However, there are services departing from Tambov 1 and arriving at Shymkent via Saratov 1 Pass. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

How far is it from Tambov to Shymkent?

The distance between Tambov and Shymkent is 2401 km. The road distance is 2787.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Tambov to Shymkent without a car is to train which takes 2 days 7h and costs $180 - $370.

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

It takes approximately 11h 26m to get from Tambov to Shymkent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tambov to Shymkent train from?

Tambov to Shymkent train services, operated by Russian Railways (РЖД), depart from Tambov 1 station.

Train or fly from Tambov to Shymkent?

The best way to get from Tambov to Shymkent is to fly which takes 11h 26m and costs $210 - $650. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $180 - $370 and takes 2 days 7h.

What is the time difference between Tambov and Shymkent?

Shymkent is 2h ahead of Tambov. It is currently 12:15 AM in Tambov and 2:15 AM in Shymkent.

Where does the Tambov to Shymkent train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tambov to Shymkent?

Yes, the driving distance between Tambov to Shymkent is 2787 km. It takes approximately 38h 46m to drive from Tambov to Shymkent.

Where can I stay near Shymkent?

There are 308+ hotels available in Shymkent.

Tambov to Shymkent - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Tambov to Shymkent by plane, train, car, or bus

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

Fly Tambov Donskoye Airport to Shymkent International Airport
best
1. Fly from Tambov Donskoye Airport (TBW) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)TBW - CIT
11h 26m
$215–606
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tambov Severniy station to Penza Bus station
2. Take the train from Penza-1 to Arys 1
3. Take the train from Arys 1 to Shymkent
2d 9h
$51–79
Train
1. Take the train from Tambov 1 to Saratov 1 Pass009Г / ...
2. Take the train from Saratov 1 Pass to Shymkent008Ж
2d 7h
$180–361
Drive 2,787.3 km
1. Drive from Tambov to Shymkent2,787.3 km
38h 46m
$229–330
Fly Tambov Donskoye Airport to Tashkent International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tambov Donskoye Airport (TBW) to Tashkent International Airport (TAS)TBW - TAS
2. Take the train from Tashkent North to Shymkent
16h 30m
$254–919
Train to Moscow Vnukovo, fly to Shymkent International Airport
1. Take the train from Tambov 1 to Moskva Paveleckaia
2. Fly from Moscow Vnukovo (VKO) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT)VKO - CIT
15h 21m
$207–504
Train via Penza
1. Take the train from Tambov 1 to Penza 1124В
2. Take the train from Penza-1 to Shymkent318
3d 8h
$239–380

Tambov to Shymkent by train

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2d 7hAverage Duration

$180Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,401.3 km
Duration: 11h 26m

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

RusLine and SCAT fly from Tambov Donskoye Airport (TBW) to Shymkent International Airport (CIT) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tambov 1 to Shymkent via Saratov 1 Pass in around 2d 7h.

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