Kostanay to Almaty by bus
Almaty lies 1,477 km (918 mi) south-east of Kostanay, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 26 h 45 min including stops, over roughly 1,802 km (1,120 mi) of road.
| Kostanay | Almaty | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kazakhstan | Kazakhstan |
| Population | 210,000 | 2 million |
| Elevation | 167 m (548 ft) | 783 m (2,569 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Qostanay) | UTC+5 (Asia/Almaty) |
Where to book buses from Kostanay to Almaty
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Staying in Almaty
Our booking partner lists 1,025+ places to stay in Almaty (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 413 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (200), and 11 are five-star. Across 166 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.4 out of 10. Guests have left 126,844 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Almaty from Kostanay?
1,477 km (918 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Kostanay; by road roughly 1,802 km (1,120 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kostanay to Almaty by bus?
About 26 h 45 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kostanay and Almaty?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Where can I stay in Almaty?
Our booking partner lists 1,025+ places to stay in Almaty, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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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.