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Which trains in Kazakhstan have “women-only carriages“
Tengrinews.kz – Women-only carriages are being added to an increasing number of trains in Kazakhstan. These carriages are designated exclusively
18 June 2025
Footage of the second LRT train released - it has been installed in Astana
Tengrinews.kz – The second LRT train, consisting of two cars, has been installed on the left bank of Astana.
13 June 2025
First LRT train cars placed on tracks in Astana
Tengrinews.kz - The first light rail transit (LRT) train cars have been placed on the tracks in Astana.
11 June 2025
Train narrowly avoids collision with bus in Zhambyl region
Tengrinews.kz - A passenger train in Kazakhstan narrowly avoided a collision with a bus that drove onto the tracks in the Zhambyl region, according
09 June 2025
How life in Kazakhstan will change from June 2025
Tengrinews.kz - Several updates affecting the daily lives of Kazakh citizens will come into effect starting June 2025.
02 June 2025
Kazakhstan to phase out Talgo trains
Tengrinews.kz - Kazakhstan will no longer purchase Talgo railcars, though existing trains will remain in service until the end of their operational
29 May 2025
Baby girl born on Astana–Zhezkazgan train with help from fellow passengers
Tengrinews.kz - A baby girl was born aboard the Astana–Zhezkazgan passenger train.
28 May 2025
Up to what age can children travel for free by train in Kazakhstan
Tengrinews.kz - Summer is travel season, and Kazakhstan’s national railway operator is reminding parents of the rules for traveling with children
26 May 2025
Why Kazakhstanis still travel in aging train cars, transport minister explains
Tengrinews.kz - Kazakhstanis continue to travel in outdated train cars because removing them all at once would create a shortage during peak
13 May 2025
Summer routes: additional trains will be launched in Kazakhstan
Tengrinews.kz – JSC “Passenger Transportation” is launching 11 additional railway routes for the upcoming summer season.
08 May 2025
‘Train, bus and Mercedes collide’: Accident at railway crossing in Taraz
Tengrinews.kz - A freight train, a Dongfeng minibus, and a Mercedes passenger car were involved in a traffic accident at a railway crossing
05 May 2025
'Women's compartment' to appear on another train in Kazakhstan
Tengrinews.kz – The national railway carrier is launching a women's carriage on route No. 614/613 Uralsk – Mangystau.
28 April 2025
How driverless trains for Astana's LRT are being assembled
Tengrinews.kz - The Astana akimat (local government administration) has revealed how driverless trains for the city’s light rail transit (LRT)
07 April 2025
How train ticket prices are set: Kazakhstan Temir Zholy explains
Tengrinews.kz - Kazakhstanis have noticed rising ticket prices on certain train routes, prompting a response from Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ).
02 April 2025
Astana–Almaty train route to change: What’s known
Tengrinews.kz - The routes of Talgo trains running between Astana and Almaty will be modified.
01 April 2025
When will Wi-Fi appear on Kazakhstan trains
Tengrinews.kz - Chairman of the Telecommunications Committee under the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry, Damir
01 April 2025
Who can buy train tickets at half price in Kazakhstan
Tengrinews.kz - In Kazakhstan, individuals accompanying people with special needs will be able to purchase train tickets at a 50 percent discount,
19 March 2025
Will there be a high-speed train between Astana and Karaganda?
Tengrinews.kz - Kazakhstanis have long been waiting for good news about new trains between Astana and Karaganda. Will a high-speed electric
13 March 2025
Is it possible to travel by train in late pregnancy in Kazakhstan
Tengrinews.kz - Traveling during pregnancy requires special attention to safety and comfort. Until what period can you travel by train? Are
07 March 2025
Will the new high-speed train Astana-Almaty be launched
Tengrinews.kz – Kazakhstanis periodically ask when the high-speed train from Astana to Almaty will be launched, which will be able to cover
06 March 2025