Town in Khorezm Region, Uzbekistan
Getting around Khiva
How to get around Khiva
Itchan Kala is walkable in an hour or two; take a taxi for the airport or station. Longer trips go by train or shared car.
Ways to get around Khiva
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi (Yandex Go) | 10,000–20,000 UZS for 5 km | Cheap in town; confirm price before leaving the app area |
| Train (Urgench–Khiva line) | A few thousand UZS for local trains; long-distance more | Check uzrailway.uz for current service |
| Walking | Free | Itchan Kala is compact and car-free in the center |
Ride-hailing apps in Khiva
A 5 km ride costs about so'm10,000–20,000 ($0.8–1.7).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Yandex Go | Works in Khiva and Urgench; fixed prices |
- Taxis are informal; agree a price before getting in or use Yandex Go from Urgench airport.
Arriving in Khiva
Urgench International (UGC)
About 35 km away; taxi to Khiva 120,000–200,000 UZS, 40 min, or shared taxi for less.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. Carry an IDP with your home licence; self-drive rental is limited, so most visitors hire a car with driver.
- Onward travel in Uzbekistan: Afrosiyob high-speed trains link Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara; slower trains reach Khiva. Book early, as seats sell out. Shared taxis fill the gaps.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Khiva?
No. Use Yandex Go instead.
What's the best way to get around Khiva?
Itchan Kala is walkable in an hour or two; take a taxi for the airport or station. Longer trips go by train or shared car.
How do I get from the airport to Khiva?
About 35 km away; taxi to Khiva 120,000–200,000 UZS, 40 min, or shared taxi for less.
Is Khiva walkable?
Very walkable.
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Sources
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