The national carrier launches direct train Almaty-Balkhash

10-02-2025

JSC Passenger Transportation launches a new direct train service between Almaty and Balkhash from March 1, 2025. The train will run every other day, providing passengers with a comfortable and convenient way to travel between the regions.

The train will have one compartment car and one reserved seat car. The capacity of the cars corresponds to standard parameters: up to 36 passengers in a compartment car and up to 54 passengers in a reserved seat car. Thus, the train will be able to carry up to 180 passengers.

Schedule:
• Balkhash-Almaty: departure at 07:52 on even days, arrival in Almaty at 00:58.
• Almaty-Balkhash: departure at 00:10 on odd days, arrival in Balkhash at 15:03.

Ticket prices start at 7,722 tenge.

Previously, residents of Balkhash had to travel to Saryshagan station to change trains to Almaty. The introduction of a direct route will significantly simplify the trip, reducing travel time and increasing the convenience of travel. This route will also become an important destination contributing to the development of the region's tourism potential, especially ahead of the holiday season.

Tickets are available on the official website bilet.railways.kz. Sales open 45 days before departure, which gives passengers the opportunity to plan their trip in advance.
 

Press service of JSC «NC«Kazakhstan Temir Zholy»