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

The cheapest way to get from Urgench to Samarkand is to train which costs $15 - $22 and takes 8h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Urgench to Samarkand is to fly which takes 5h 30m and costs $210 - $750.

Is there a direct train between Urgench and Samarkand?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Urgench and arriving at Samarkand. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 40m.

How far is it from Urgench to Samarkand?

The distance between Urgench and Samarkand is 637 km. The road distance is 638.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Urgench to Samarkand without a car is to train which takes 8h 40m and costs $15 - $22.

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

The train from Urgench to Samarkand takes 8h 40m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Urgench to Samarkand train from?

Urgench to Samarkand train services, operated by Uzbekistan Railways (OTY), depart from Urgench station.

Train, bus or fly from Urgench to Samarkand?

The best way to get from Urgench to Samarkand is to train which takes 8h 40m and costs $15 - $22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 53m, you could also fly, which costs $210 - $750 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Urgench to Samarkand train arrive?

Urgench to Samarkand train services, operated by Uzbekistan Railways (OTY), arrive at Samarkand station.

Can I drive from Urgench to Samarkand?

Yes, the driving distance between Urgench to Samarkand is 638 km. It takes approximately 9h 34m to drive from Urgench to Samarkand.

Where can I stay near Samarkand?

There are 631+ hotels available in Samarkand.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Urgench 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 Urgench to Samarkandtrain 126F / ...
8h 40m
$15–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Urgench to Navoiy bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Navoiy bus station to Samarkand Central Bus Stationbus
9h 53m
Drive 638.2 km
1. Drive from Urgench to Samarkandcar 638.2 km
9h 34m
$57–82
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Urgench to Samarkandtaxi 638.2 km
9h 34m
$60–75
Fly
1. Fly from Urgench International Airport (UGC) to Samarkand International Airport (SKD)plane UGC - SKD
5h 30m
$212–752

Urgench to Samarkand by train

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8h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 637.3 km
Duration: 8h 40m

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

Uzbekistan Railways (OTY) operates a train from Urgench to Samarkand twice daily. Tickets cost $15–22 and the journey takes 8h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Urgench to Samarkand via Navoiy bus station and Samarkand Central Bus Station in around 9h 53m.

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