Driving from Semey to Astana
Astana lies 624 km (388 mi) west of Semey, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 9 h 31 min without stops, over roughly 761 km (473 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Semey | Astana | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kazakhstan | Kazakhstan |
| Population | 292,780 | 1.5 million |
| Elevation | 195 m (640 ft) | 358 m (1,175 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Almaty) | UTC+5 (Asia/Almaty) |
Where to book car hire from Semey to Astana
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Staying in Astana
Our booking partner lists 490 places to stay in Astana. Of the 242 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (124), and 13 are five-star. Across 108 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.4 out of 10. Guests have left 72,152 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Astana from Semey?
624 km (388 mi) in a straight line, west of Semey; by road roughly 761 km (473 mi).
How long does it take to get from Semey to Astana by car?
About 9 h 31 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Semey and Astana?
No, both are on Asia/Almaty at the moment.
Where can I stay in Astana?
Our booking partner lists 490 places to stay in Astana, bookable on this site.
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.