- To Almaty by plane from Russia
- How to get to Almaty by train
- To Almaty by bus
- To Almaty by car
The capital of Kazakhstan annually receives a significant number of residents of Russia who come to the city for different purposes. It is not difficult to get to Almaty, since rail and air communication from Russia is well developed in this direction.
To Almaty by plane from Russia
Choosing the option with a flight, you can be sure that you will get to Almaty quickly enough. Travel time depends primarily on the starting point of departure and possible connections at different airports. For those who live in Moscow or St. Petersburg, it is convenient to get to the Kazakh capital by flights of the following carriers: Belavia; Air Astana; S7; Aeroflot.
A direct flight from Moscow will take you 4.5 hours, which is quite acceptable, given the distance between Almaty and the Russian capital. If you are flying with transfers, then be prepared to wait at the airports of Aktau, Astana, Minsk and Kazan. When connecting, be prepared to spend 2 to 7 hours at the airports.
From St. Petersburg to Alma-Ata, you can fly both in 5 hours and in 24 hours. The longest flight is connected with a transfer (17 hours) at the Novosibirsk airport. Other options are possible only with connections in Astana and Moscow.
Kazakh and Russian air carriers offer to fly to Almaty directly from Novosibirsk, Yekaterinburg, Kazan and Samara. Once at the airport of the Kazakh capital, you can easily reach your destination by taxi or public transport.
How to get to Almaty by train
Most of the trains from different cities of Russia arrive at the station "Almaty-2", which serves the international route.
Long-distance train 007C runs from Moscow, equipped with compartment and second-class carriages. The train has everything for a long and comfortable journey. The total travel time is about 3 days and 4 hours. It is better to buy tickets in advance, as the train does not run regularly. For a reserved seat, you will pay approximately 9800 rubles, and a coupe will cost 3-4 thousand more.
It is very problematic to get to Almaty from the northern capital, since you will have to change trains in Moscow or Saratov. Accordingly, the travel time is automatically increased to 4 days and 4 hours. Ticket prices start at 12,000 rubles and reach 16,000 rubles.
The most convenient way to get from Russia to Alma-Ata is for residents of Siberia and the Altai Territory. So, from the main station of Novosibirsk, train 0369Н periodically departs, which arrives in Alma-Ata in 1, 5 days. There are also several trains running from Barnaul, equipped with luxury carriages, reserved seats and compartments. The most expensive ticket costs around 10,000 rubles.
To Almaty by bus
Bus travel is preferred by those who can travel for more than 3 days. This way to get to the Kazakh capital cannot be called simple due to the fact that it is difficult to travel by bus from central Russia to Almaty.
The route from Moscow is as follows: Moscow - Kazan; Kazan - Yekaterinburg; Yekaterinburg - Astana; Astana - Alma-Ata. Not everyone will agree to such a trip, despite the fact that all vehicles have a toilet, air conditioning, soft seats, spacious compartments for storing personal belongings in the salons of all vehicles.
It is best to go by bus from cities located in relative proximity to Almaty. For example, Novosibirsk, Barnaul, Tomsk or Omsk. Or you can combine train and bus travel, depending only on your individual preferences.
To Almaty by car
Not every Moscow car enthusiast will agree to cover the distance of 3,890 kilometers, including crossing the Kazakh border. However, those who are ready for such an extreme trip should know several important nuances:
- check and prepare all documents for the car before the trip;
- at the border you will be required to take out Kazakh insurance;
- be careful as you move and observe traffic rules;
- take a supply of food and drinking water with you, as there are few food outlets on the routes of Kazakhstan;
- try to schedule your overnight stay in advance and find suitable hotels for this purpose.
Keep in mind that a trip by personal transport is an event that requires serious and long preparation, so you should not neglect the details in this case.
