A new electric train has been launched from Astana to
Burabai. The journey to this scenic gem of Kazakhstan - one of the country’s
most popular tourist destinations - now takes only 2.5 hours. The modern train
meets international standards, offering advanced digital features and
multi-tiered service options. Carriages are equipped with Wi-Fi, screens, and
access to onboard meals. Passengers can enjoy high-comfort seating, air
conditioning, spacious cabins for travelers with disabilities, automatic steps,
and charging outlets. The new high-speed electric train is designed to boost
domestic tourism and enhance the country’s transport infrastructure.
«The electric train was manufactured by a domestic plant in
the city of Petropavl and meets all international standards. It offers three
classes of service. Operating five times a week, the train consists of six
carriages with a total capacity of 374 seats. Ticket prices range from 3,000 to
6,000 tenge, depending on the class of service. Its schedule is coordinated
with hotel check-in and check-out times to ensure maximum convenience for
travelers,» said Nursultan Ibrayev, PR Manager at the Kazakhstan Temir Zholy
national company.
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