Kyrgyzstan - Independent travel in Central Asia

How to get from Bishkek to Cholpon-Ata?

Isakova — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:50:37 +0000

Hello, if traveling from Bishkek to Cholpon-Ata, is it possible to buy tickets at the bus station?
On the website, only departures from 9:00 PM are shown, but it seems there should be other options as well.

How to Get from Jalal-Abad to Arslanbob?

travelich — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:30:46 +0000

Hello, is there a guide on how to get from Jalal-Abad to Arslanbob without a car?

How to get from Bishkek Airport to the Eastern Bus Station?

Xevon — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:48:36 +0000

Good afternoon. Please tell me, is there any bus running from Bishkek Airport to the railway/bus station in the city (as far as I understand, marshrutkas to Issyk-Kul leave from the Eastern bus station)? And is there a timetable available somewhere? Or would a taxi be more выгодней (cost-effective)?

From Bishkek to Issyk-Kul and Back to Almaty

Andrey — Sun, 08 Feb 2026 12:38:47 +0000

Good afternoon everyone. I’d be glad to get advice from people who know the area.
At the end of April we decided to fly from Minsk to Almaty, but we really want to see the sights of Kyrgyzstan.
Getting around between countries by buses / minibuses / taxis.
Would it be reasonable to plan a route like this:
Day 1: Almaty - Bishkek
Day 2: Bishkek – Ala-Archa – Bishkek
Day 3: Bishkek – Cholpon-Ata
Day 4: Semenov and Grigoriev Canyons
And here is the main question: after the canyons we need to get back to Almaty. Is it possible to do this from Cholpon-Ata, or do we have to return to Bishkek?

Booking taxi ride from Bishkek airport to Issyk-Kul

Freem — Sun, 31 Aug 2025 08:57:38 +0000

Hello, can someone share a taxi driver’s number for a ride from Bishkek to Issyk-Kul? We’re flying in tomorrow with two small kids and lots of luggage. Are evening rates higher? Or which app is best to book a taxi?

How to Travel from Osh to Uzgen?

Charles Mackenzie — Sat, 11 Jan 2025 11:48:38 +0000

Hello everyone,
I’m planning a trip from Osh to Uzgen but haven’t been able to get much information from my hotel in Osh. I have a few questions:

What time do the earliest buses or marshrutkas depart?
How much is a ticket?
How long does the journey take?
Where in Osh can I find buses or marshrutkas to Uzgen? A Google Maps location would be great!

Thanks in advance!

Traveling from Bishkek to Tashkent by Bus

Richard Twelvetrees — Thu, 09 Jan 2025 12:09:30 +0000

Does anyone know where buses from Bishkek to Tashkent currently depart? I heard that the West Bus Station (Zapadny Avtovokzal), which used to operate these routes, has been closed. If so, where have the departures been relocated?

How to Get to Son-Kul?

Everosha — Thu, 26 Dec 2024 11:55:54 +0000

Hello everyone! Has anyone been to Son-Kul? Can you share how to get there on your own? I’ll be traveling from Almaty to Bishkek without a car. Are there buses or taxis going that way? And how much does it cost? I’m trying to plan my budget, but I can’t find any info online about transportation or the lake itself. Thanks in advance!

Best Way for Economy Travel from Tashkent to Bishkek?

Maximka — Wed, 25 Dec 2024 16:02:44 +0000

Has anyone recently traveled between Tashkent and Bishkek (or even Osh) and back? What’s the current situation with ground transportation?

I’m planning a trip to Bishkek, but flying isn’t the most budget-friendly option. Looking into bus alternatives—any tips?

Bishkek (Airport) to Almaty – How to Get There?

AKA — Wed, 25 Dec 2024 15:44:11 +0000

Hi everyone! Has anyone recently tried traveling between Bishkek and Almaty using public transport in 2024?

We’re planning to leave Almaty in the morning and catch a 3:00 PM flight from Bishkek. Is this doable? And if so, how risky would it be in terms of timing?