Driving from Aktau to Taraz
Taraz lies 1,633 km (1,015 mi) east of Aktau, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 24 h 55 min without stops, over roughly 1,993 km (1,238 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Aktau | Taraz | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kazakhstan | Kazakhstan |
| Population | 147,443 | 358,153 |
| Elevation | 16 m (52 ft) | 611 m (2,005 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Aqtau) | UTC+5 (Asia/Almaty) |
Where to book car hire from Aktau to Taraz
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Staying in Taraz
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Common questions
How far is Taraz from Aktau?
1,633 km (1,015 mi) in a straight line, east of Aktau; by road roughly 1,993 km (1,238 mi).
How long does it take to get from Aktau to Taraz by car?
About 24 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Aktau and Taraz?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.