Spanish Talgo 250 trains, speeds up to 250 km/h, fares from $18. The full 2026 guide for travellers.
Quick answer: In 2026 Uzbekistan operates 3 high-speed train pairs per day on the Tashkent–Samarkand–Bukhara route. Travel time: Tashkent → Samarkand — 1h 50min, Tashkent → Bukhara — 3h 10min. Top speed — 250 km/h. Tickets from 250,000 UZS (~$18) in Economy and up to 850,000 UZS (~$65) in VIP. Book online up to 45 days before departure on railway.uz or via our concierge.
| Train | Tashkent | Samarkand | Bukhara |
|---|---|---|---|
| Talgo 250 #762 | 07:30 | 09:20 | 10:40 |
| Afrosiyob #764 | 08:00 | 10:10 | — |
| Talgo 250 #766 | 17:00 | 18:50 | 20:10 |
💡 Tip: The morning Talgo 250 #762 is the most popular — book at least 2 weeks in advance. We can secure VIP seats even at peak season — contact us.
| Parameter | Talgo 250 (new) | Afrosiyob |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 250 km/h | 230 km/h |
| Route | Tashkent–Samarkand–Bukhara | Tashkent–Samarkand |
| Wi-Fi | ✅ Free 5G | ✅ Standard |
| Year of build | 2024–2025 | 2011 |
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