Question 1

How do I get from Tashkent to Bukhara?

Accepted Answer

The best way to get from Tashkent to Bukhara is by train. There are several trains running daily that range from as fast as 3 hours and 54 minutes to nearly 8 hours. You can secure tickets on the Uzbek Railways website.

Question 2

How do I get from Samarkand to Bukhara?

Accepted Answer

The best way to get from Samarkand to Bukhara is by train. Like the journey from Tashkent to Bukhara, there are several trains you can take to Bukhara.

Question 3

How do I get from Khiva to Bukhara?

Accepted Answer

To get from Khiva to Bukhara, it is best to take a train or book a transfer there with a service like Islambek Travel. The company offers a full-day transfer where you’ll stop at desert fortresses along the way. It is a good way to see more of Uzbekistan’s desert landscapes before arriving back in a city.

Question 4

What's the fastest way to reach Bukhara overall?

Accepted Answer

It depends on where you’re coming from, but if you are leaving from Tashkent or Samarkand, the fastest train to Bukhara is the Jaloliddin Manguberdi, which just started service in May 2026. It books out fast, so the second-best train option is the Afrosiyob.

Question 5

Is it better to fly or take the train to Bukhara?

Accepted Answer

I would take the train to Bukhara. It is an experience in itself and a far cheaper way of reaching the city.

Question 6

Where is Bukhara's train station, and is it in the city center?

Accepted Answer

Bukhara’s train station is to the east of the city and takes around 30 minutes to get to. It is best to use a Yandex Go taxi and to not take a street taxi.

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