Driving from Astana to Kostanay
Kostanay lies 579 km (360 mi) north-west of Astana, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 8 h 50 min without stops, over roughly 706 km (439 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Astana | Kostanay | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kazakhstan | Kazakhstan |
| Population | 1.5 million | 210,000 |
| Elevation | 358 m (1,175 ft) | 167 m (548 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Almaty) | UTC+5 (Asia/Qostanay) |
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Staying in Kostanay
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Common questions
How far is Kostanay from Astana?
579 km (360 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Astana; by road roughly 706 km (439 mi).
How long does it take to get from Astana to Kostanay by car?
About 8 h 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Astana and Kostanay?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.