Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ)
Kazakhstan
5
Trains
6
Stations
2
Routes
200 km/h (Tulpar-Talgo)
Top Speed
About Kazakhstan Railways
Kazakhstan's vast 1520 mm network is the backbone of Central Asian rail, with Spanish-built Tulpar-Talgo trains covering Astana–Almaty overnight at up to 200 km/h. Platzkart and coupé sleeper culture follows the Soviet pattern, and tickets open 45 days ahead.
Network Facts
- Operator
- Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ)
- Track gauge
- 1520 mm Russian broad
- Max speed
- 200 km/h (Tulpar-Talgo)
- Network size
- 16,000 km
- Currency
- KZT
Popular Train Routes
2 routes · click any for schedule and fares
Train Services
5 trains · all classes and types
Express Almaty-Semey
Express#KZ501
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Express Nur-Sultan-Aktobe
Express#KZ301
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
IC Almaty-Shymkent
Intercity#KZ201
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Night Nur-Sultan-Almaty
Special#N701
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Talgo Nur-Sultan–Almaty
High-Speed#KZ701
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Railway Stations
6 stations with departure boards
Everything for Kazakhstan rail travel
Book Kazakhstan Train Tickets
TrainsTracking shows schedules and live data. To purchase tickets, use the official Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ) website.
Kazakhstan Railways: Frequently Asked Questions
How many trains does Kazakhstan have on TrainsTracking?
TrainsTracking lists 5 train services for Kazakhstan, covering intercity, express, regional and special trains sourced from official operators.
How many stations are listed for Kazakhstan?
We list 6 railway stations for Kazakhstan with timetable data, GPS coordinates, and station codes.
How many train routes does Kazakhstan have?
TrainsTracking covers 2 train routes in Kazakhstan, each with detailed stop listings, distance, and journey time data.
How do I book Kazakhstan train tickets?
Book Kazakhstan train tickets at https://bilet.railways.kz (Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ)). TrainsTracking provides scheduling data; use official booking sites to purchase tickets.
Is there live train tracking for Kazakhstan?
Yes. TrainsTracking provides live schedule tracking for Kazakhstan trains, syncing with official APIs to show real-time status.
What gauge does Kazakhstan railway use?
Kazakhstan's railways use 1520 mm Russian broad track, covering approximately 16,000 km of routes.
What are the fastest trains in Kazakhstan?
The fastest trains in Kazakhstan reach speeds of up to 200 km/h (Tulpar-Talgo), operated by Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ).