Khiva is a museum city built around the Itchan Kala fortress and one of Uzbekistan's main tourist destinations. A direct train from Tashkent brings you here with no change in Urgench. On ioka.uz you can buy train tickets to Khiva using the current schedule, with no markup.
Trains to KhivaTrains to Khiva
Trains to Khiva mean the direct night train from Tashkent (about 16–18 hours), which arrives right at the Itchan Kala museum city with no change in Urgench. Buy tickets online at ioka.uz with no markup and pay with Uzcard, Humo or Click.
Popular routes
| Route | Train | Travel time | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tashkent → Khiva | direct train | ~17 h | 230,000 UZS |
| Urgench → Khiva | road transport | ~40 min | — |
Stations and arrival
Trains arrive at Khiva station, close to the Itchan Kala old town. That is more convenient than travelling to Urgench and continuing by road.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, a direct train runs from Tashkent to Khiva and arrives right in the city with no change in Urgench. The journey takes about 16–18 hours; it is a night train that leaves in the evening and arrives the next day.
The direct train takes you all the way to Khiva, right to the walls of Itchan Kala, whereas the Urgench train leaves another 30 km by road. If Khiva is your destination, the direct train saves time and a transfer.
The fare depends on the carriage class — open sleeper, compartment or SV. Prices start at about 230,000 UZS. Check current fares for your date on ioka.uz and buy online with no markup.
Khiva is a museum city with the Itchan Kala fortress and a popular tourist destination. A direct train from Tashkent takes you all the way to Khiva with no change. On ioka.uz you can view the schedule, compare fares and buy a ticket online with no markup. Pay with Uzcard, Humo or Click.