Almaty – Shymkent by train

Almaty-2 → Shymkent

Overnight link to the south; continue to Turkistan by train or taxi. Times and fares are approximate.

TrainTypeDepartsDurationClasses & fares
Talgo / standardTalgodaily, evening≈ 11 h
Kupe (4-berth compartment) — from $30
SV / 1st class (2-berth) — from $60

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