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

The cheapest way to get from Tashkent to Samarkand is to bus which costs $8 - $9 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tashkent to Samarkand is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs $11 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Tashkent and Samarkand?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tashkent North and arriving at Samarkand. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Tashkent to Samarkand?

The distance between Tashkent and Samarkand is 332 km. The road distance is 287.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Tashkent to Samarkand without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs $11 - $35.

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

The train from Tashkent North to Samarkand takes 2h 18m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Tashkent to Samarkand train from?

Tashkent to Samarkand train services, operated by Uzbekistan Railways (High Speed Trains), depart from Tashkent North station.

Train, bus or fly from Tashkent to Samarkand?

The best way to get from Tashkent to Samarkand is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs $11 - $35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $9 and takes 5h 20m, you could also fly, which costs $100 - $750 and takes 2h 23m.

Where does the Tashkent to Samarkand train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tashkent to Samarkand?

Yes, the driving distance between Tashkent to Samarkand is 288 km. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Tashkent to Samarkand.

Where can I stay near Samarkand?

There are 605+ hotels available in Samarkand.

Tashkent to Samarkand - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Tashkent to Samarkand by train, bus, car, taxi, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Tashkent North to Samarkandtrain 768Ф / ...
2h 18m
$11–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tashkent bus station to Samarkand Central Bus Stationbus
5h 20m
$8
Drive 287.6 km
1. Drive from Tashkent to Samarkandcar 287.6 km
4h 17m
$26–37
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tashkent to Samarkandtaxi 287.6 km
4h 17m
$27–35
Fly
1. Fly from Tashkent International Airport (TAS) to Samarkand International Airport (SKD)plane TAS - SKD
2h 23m
$101–751
Train via Tashkent South
1. Take the train from Tashkent South to Samarkandtrain 054Ф / ...
5h 6m
$11–17

Tashkent to Samarkand by train

66Weekly Trains

2h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 332 km
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Tashkent, Uzbekistan and Samarkand, Uzbekistan?

Uzbekistan Railways (High Speed Trains) operates a train from Tashkent North to Samarkand 5 times a day. Tickets cost $23–34 and the journey takes 2h 18m. Uzbekistan Railways (OTY) also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, Tashkent Bus Terminal operates a bus from Tashkent bus station to Samarkand Central Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost $7 and the journey takes 4h 8m.

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