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Samarkand to Bukhara Destination Reviews

Freddy

3rd class sleeper train but able to rest well.

Samarkand to Bukhara, Train #127Ф 3rd Class Sleeper, Uzbekistan Railways, Jun 8, 2026

Davide

You‘re also asked to upgrade to business. To call it business if nothing else is included, like refreshments or more is much

Samarkand to Bukhara, Train #710Ф 2nd Class Seat, Sharq, Jun 5, 2026

Patrick R

When we arrived at the check-in point there was no bus to be found. We tried reaching the operator via phone and telegram without success. Just through sheer luck we found an employee of Allcomfort but other then "bus is late because of traffic jam" we got no information and no estimate when the bus is comming. There were 3 other busses coming and going to the destination we wanted to go to but for whatever reason it was not "our" bus and we needed to wait for over 3 hours until "our" bus picked us up. So in the end instead of arriving at 23.30, we arrived at 4 a.m. in the middle of the night at some bus stop where we were lucky enough to catch a taxi to our hotel. The bus itself was very hot and the ride was as bumpy as it gets, so sleeping is not possible. For a company that calls itself "Allcomfort" the comfort was very poorly. So overall we encountered almost no communication, no reasoning, no accommodation. Would not recommend.

Samarkand to Bukhara, Bus Standard, All Comfort, May 28, 2026

Nadine W

Train was in time,nice and helpfull staff,food and Drinks....

Samarkand to Bukhara, Train #710Ф 2nd Class Seat, Sharq, May 20, 2026

Susan

Lady driver was an excellent driver and very helpful.

Samarkand to Bukhara, Van Minivan + Bus, Yutong Bus Uzbekistan, May 10, 2026

Antonio S

This is a large public bus, not a van/private transfer. It is crowded and uncomfortable, and extremely expensive for what it is.

Samarkand to Bukhara, Van Minivan + Bus, Yutong Bus Uzbekistan, Apr 29, 2026

Hakim

Not good enough for the priced

Samarkand to Bukhara, Train #766Ф 2nd Class Seat with AC, Afrosiyob, Mar 23, 2026

Aishika R

The train was on time and clean. The staff and tourist police were helpful

Samarkand to Bukhara, Train #770Ф 2nd Class Seat with AC, Afrosiyob, Mar 12, 2026

Heidi R

They assigned me an upper bunk, which I wasn’t able to access because of my back problems. So, they found a solution where I could sit on the bottom bunk.

Samarkand to Bukhara, Train #054Ф 2nd Class Sleeper, Uzbekistan Railways, Nov 14, 2025

Yasmin M

Extremely dirty, trash and leftover food everywhere. Train was not cleaned before letting new riders on. The toilet was a scary experience, beyond nasty.

Samarkand to Bukhara, Train #772Ф 2nd Class Seat with AC, Afrosiyob, Oct 27, 2025

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Samarkand to Bukhara Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Taxi	Advantour	Minivan 7pax	Any time	+3h 40m	$315.00
Flight	Uzbekistan Airways	Economy	01:00	09:10	$204.31
Train	Uzbekistan Railways	3rd Class Sleeper	01:47	04:59	$10.62	5.0
Flight	Uzbekistan Airways	Economy	02:40	14:10	$229.19
Train	Uzbekistan Railways	3rd Class Sleeper	02:59	06:42	$10.62	5.0
Train	Uzbekistan Railways	3rd Class Sleeper	04:38	07:28	$10.62	5.0
Train	Uzbekistan Railways	3rd Class Sleeper	05:34	08:32	$10.62	5.0
Flight	Turkish Airlines	Economy	06:10	07:45	$784.23
Train	Afrosiyob	2nd Class Seat with AC	08:31	10:14	$16.37	4.7
Flight	Turkish Airlines	Economy	08:55	07:25	$650.54
Train	Afrosiyob	2nd Class Seat with AC	09:49	11:38	$16.37	4.7
Flight	Qanot Sharq	Economy	10:25	08:30	$151.64
Train	Afrosiyob	2nd Class Seat with AC	10:59	12:42	$16.37	4.7
Flight	My Freighter	Economy	11:40	07:25	$715.36
Train	Sharq	2nd Class Seat	12:15	14:38	$12.77	4.5
Train	Sharq	2nd Class Seat	12:33	15:01	$12.77	4.6
Flight	Uzbekistan Airways	Economy	13:55	09:10	$237.87
Train	Uzbekistan Railways	3rd Class Sleeper	17:38	20:38	$10.62	5.0
Flight	Uzbekistan Airways	Economy	22:00	08:30	$204.88
Train	Afrosiyob	2nd Class Seat with AC	22:20	00:03	$16.37	4.7

How to get from Samarkand to Bukhara

Travelling between Samarkand and Bukhara is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 1,099.75 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 11.87.

How long does it take to get from Samarkand to Bukhara?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 23 hours to travel between Samarkand and Bukhara depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Samarkand and Bukhara. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 37m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 22h 30m to reach Bukhara.

How much does it cost to get from Samarkand to Bukhara?

Travelling between Samarkand and Bukhara can be as cheap as USD 11.87 if you opt for a Uzbekistan Railways train and as expensive as USD 1,099.75 if you buy a Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways flight ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Samarkand to Bukhara overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Samarkand and Bukhara

All Comfort

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Samarkand and Bukhara

Intui Travel Transfer

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

Transportation from Samarkand to Bukhara

Facts about the transport from Samarkand to Bukhara

Cheapest Transport	$12
Fastest Transport	1h 37m
Earliest Departure	12:02 AM
Latest Departure	11:30 PM
Departures per day	21
Distance	81 kilometers
Transport Companies	Afrosiyob, All Comfort, Sharq, Turkish Airlines, Uzbekistan Airways, Uzbekistan Railway, Uzbekistan Railways

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