Driving from Almaty to Semey
Semey lies 836 km (520 mi) north of Almaty, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 12 h 45 min without stops, over roughly 1,020 km (634 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Almaty | Semey | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kazakhstan | Kazakhstan |
| Population | 2 million | 292,780 |
| Elevation | 783 m (2,569 ft) | 195 m (640 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Almaty) | UTC+5 (Asia/Almaty) |
Where to book car hire from Almaty to Semey
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Staying in Semey
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Common questions
How far is Semey from Almaty?
836 km (520 mi) in a straight line, north of Almaty; by road roughly 1,020 km (634 mi).
How long does it take to get from Almaty to Semey by car?
About 12 h 45 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Almaty and Semey?
No, both are on Asia/Almaty 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.