Route

Samarkand to Karshi train

A short southern branch from Samarkand into Kashkadarya, on a line opened for faster trains in 2015. Handy for a side trip towards Shahrisabz.

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Trains
2Afrosiyob, Nasaf
Departs
Samarkand station
Arrives
Karshi station

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Trains on this route

  • High-speed

    Afrosiyob

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    Spanish-built Talgo high-speed train running at up to 250 km/h. The quickest and most requested option.

    Classes: Economy, Business, VIP

  • Conventional

    Nasaf

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    Conventional daytime train linking Tashkent, Samarkand and Karshi. A useful back-up when Afrosiyob is full.

    Classes: Seated classes

Journey times are approximate, based on public timetables. Exact times come with your quote.

Good to know

  • Seats from Samarkand are shared with passengers coming from Tashkent. Book a few days ahead in peak season.
  • Shahrisabz can also be reached by road from Samarkand over the mountains. We only arrange the train.
  • Ask for the return leg in the same request.

When to book

This route is rarely the first to sell out, but trains are fewer, so a sold-out day can mean a long wait for the next one. Send your request early.

Tickets usually go on sale 45 to 60 days before departure. If your date is not on sale yet, request it anyway and we will tell you when it opens.

Stations

Karshi station

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Questions about this route

How long is the train from Samarkand to Karshi?

The line is about 140 km. We confirm the exact time for your train in the quote.

Which trains run on this section?

Afrosiyob and Nasaf trains between Tashkent and Karshi both pass through Samarkand.

How long is the train from Samarkand to Karshi?

It depends on the train running on your date. We confirm the exact departure and arrival times in your quote.

Which stations does this train use?

It departs from Samarkand station and arrives at Karshi station. The station is always printed on your e-ticket, so check it before you set off.

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