Tashkent → Termez
A genuine overnight sleeper journey from Tashkent South to southern Uzbekistan.
Tashkent Railway Stations
Tashkent South Railway Station
Tashkent South is a major passenger terminal used by several long-distance and overnight trains to southern and western Uzbekistan. It is a separate station from Tashkent Central, so always use the complete station name shown on your ticket.
- City
- Tashkent
- Station
- Tashkent South
- Local name
- Toshkent Janubiy
- Important services
- Termez · Khiva · western long-distance trains
- Key warning
- Not Tashkent Central
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Tashkent South: What You Need to Know
Tashkent South Railway Station is one of the capital's major passenger terminals and is especially important for long-distance trains heading toward southern and western Uzbekistan.
Current Uzbekistan Railways schedules show services from Tashkent South to destinations including Termez, Khiva and Kungrad. Some of these trains leave in the evening and operate overnight, so Tashkent South appears frequently on sleeper-train bookings.
The most important thing for a first-time traveler is simple: Tashkent South and Tashkent Central are different stations. If your ticket says Tashkent South, do not go to Tashkent Central expecting to board there.
Tashkent South vs Tashkent Central
Tashkent Central
More commonly associated with:
- Afrosiyob
- Major daytime intercity trains
- Samarkand
- Bukhara
- Qarshi daytime services
- Several Fergana Valley services
Tashkent South
More commonly associated with:
- Termez overnight trains
- Khiva conventional long-distance trains
- Kungrad / western Uzbekistan trains
- Sariosiyo
- Selected sleeper services
These are patterns, not universal rules.
The station printed on your ticket is the final authority.
Are Tashkent South and Tashkent Central the Same Station?
No.
They are separate passenger railway terminals in Tashkent.
Use the full station name on your booking when arranging a taxi or connection.
Leaving from the Main Intercity Terminal Instead?
If your ticket shows Afrosiyob or a daytime Samarkand, Bukhara or Qarshi service, you most likely need the other Tashkent station.
Which Tashkent Station for Termez?
Principal current direct Tashkent → Termez service departs from Tashkent South.
Do not go to Tashkent Central for this departure unless your actual ticket explicitly says Central.
Which Tashkent Station for Khiva?
Several current conventional long-distance trains to Khiva depart from Tashkent South. Current 12Go inventory also shows Tashkent South → Khiva sleeper products.
These are long overnight journeys, which is why Tashkent South is strongly associated with sleeper-class travel. Bring anything essential rather than assuming specific onboard amenities.
Western Uzbekistan Trains from Tashkent South
Current official schedules also show trains from Tashkent South toward Kungrad and other western destinations. Some western services continue beyond Nukus toward Kungrad — check the exact service rather than assuming every western train terminates at the same city.
Tashkent South Is Important for Night Trains
Many of the station's highest-profile long-distance services leave in the evening and continue overnight, on routes toward Termez, Khiva and western Uzbekistan.
That makes station choice especially important: discovering you are at the wrong terminal shortly before a night train is much harder to recover from than checking the ticket before leaving your hotel.
Things to Do in Tashkent
If you have time before an evening train, compare activities that fit around your departure.
Does Afrosiyob Leave from Tashkent South?
Tashkent Central is the principal station associated with regular Afrosiyob services.
Temporary operational changes can occasionally move trains between terminals, so always follow the station on the ticket rather than relying only on the train type.
Can a Train Temporarily Use a Different Tashkent Station?
Yes, operational works can occasionally result in temporary terminal changes.
Your issued ticket and current departure information matter more than an old travel article or previous journey.
Toshkent Janubiy Means Tashkent South
You may see the station labeled Toshkent Janubiy or Tashkent Yuzhny/Yuzhniy on maps, signs or older English-language travel information. These names refer to Tashkent South Railway Station — not a separate terminal.
What Is Tashkent South Like?
The current station complex was extensively reconstructed and reopened in 2018. It has a modern glass-fronted terminal, large passenger areas and dedicated waiting facilities.
Facilities at Tashkent South
Waiting areas
Tashkent South has passenger waiting areas, and a paid VIP lounge is also available according to the operator.
VIP lounge
A paid VIP lounge is available according to the station operator. Current published lounge price: around 60,000 UZS.
Wi-Fi
The official station operator currently lists Wi-Fi among the VIP lounge amenities. Don't assume free general station-wide Wi-Fi beyond that.
Food
The official VIP description mentions drinks/buffet service in the lounge context. For a long overnight train, bring anything essential rather than depending on a specific station outlet or onboard meal.
Luggage storage
Do not assume a left-luggage service is available without confirming it for your travel date.
Plan ahead
Getting to Tashkent South
Taxi and local transport can be used to reach the station. When using a taxi app, select Tashkent South / Toshkent Janubiy specifically rather than simply entering “Tashkent railway station.”
Went to Central by mistake?
Check the departure time immediately and arrange transport to Tashkent South if your ticket clearly names South. Do not wait at Central hoping the train will also stop there unless the booking or current railway information explicitly says so.
Connecting Central → South?
Treat this as a station transfer, not a same-platform connection — you need enough time to exit Central, travel across the city, enter South and find the next departure.
Arriving by air?
Before leaving the airport, verify whether your train uses Tashkent South or Central. Plan a long-distance night train from South as a separate city transfer rather than assuming “Tashkent station” is one location.
Finding Your Train
1
Arrive with enough time
Allow enough time to enter the terminal, check the departure display and locate your carriage without rushing. Tashkent South is a large station and many long-distance departures involve multiple sleeper carriages.
2
Check more than the destination name
Match your ticket against the train number, departure time, destination, platform information and carriage number — some trains continue beyond the city where you are getting off, especially on Kungrad / western routes.
3
Keep your ticket and ID accessible
Save the issued ticket offline on your phone and follow the boarding instructions provided with the booking. Keep your passport or travel document accessible.
Plan Your Time in Tashkent
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Popular Routes from Tashkent South
Tashkent → Khiva
Long-distance overnight trains with sleeper classes, including current services from Tashkent South.
Tashkent → Nukus
Long-distance rail toward Karakalpakstan; check the exact western service and station shown for your date.
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Tashkent South: The Short Answer
Tashkent South is a separate railway terminal from Tashkent Central.
Toshkent Janubiy and Tashkent Yuzhny are the same station, not a different one.
Principal current direct Termez and several Khiva trains use Tashkent South.
Western trains toward Nukus and Kungrad commonly use Tashkent South too.
Afrosiyob is principally associated with Tashkent Central, not South.
A paid VIP lounge is available at around 60,000 UZS; the regular waiting area is free.
The station printed on your ticket always overrides any general rule.
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Tashkent South: Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Tashkent South Railway Station?
Tashkent South is a separate major railway terminal in Tashkent, commonly listed on Shota Rustaveli Street. Use the mapped station entity (Toshkent Janubiy / Tashkent South) when planning your trip, since address formatting varies across sources.
Is Tashkent South the same as Tashkent Central?
No. They are separate railway stations in different parts of Tashkent.
What does Toshkent Janubiy mean?
It means Tashkent South and refers to the same station — you may also see it written Tashkent Yuzhny or Yuzhniy.
What trains leave Tashkent South?
Current Uzbekistan Railways schedules include long-distance trains toward destinations such as Termez, Khiva, Kungrad, Sariosiyo and other western and southern routes.
Which station for Termez?
The principal current direct Tashkent–Termez service departs from Tashkent South.
Which station for Khiva?
Several current conventional Khiva trains depart from Tashkent South. Follow the terminal shown for your train.
Which station for Nukus?
Western long-distance trains can use Tashkent South. Check the exact service, since some trains continue beyond Nukus toward Kungrad.
Does Afrosiyob leave from Tashkent South?
Regular Afrosiyob services are principally associated with Tashkent Central. Follow the terminal printed on your ticket in case of operational changes.
Is there a VIP lounge?
Yes. The official passenger operator currently lists a paid VIP lounge at Tashkent South, priced lower than the Tashkent Central VIP room.
Is there Wi-Fi?
The official VIP lounge description currently includes Wi-Fi. Don't assume identical Wi-Fi coverage throughout the entire station.
Is there luggage storage?
Do not assume a left-luggage service is available without confirming it for your travel date.
How early should I arrive?
Arrive with enough time to enter the terminal, check the departure information and find your carriage without rushing — especially useful advice given how many departures here are evening sleeper trains.
What if I go to Tashkent Central by mistake?
If your ticket says Tashkent South, arrange transport to South immediately and do not assume the train also stops at Central.
Can I connect from Tashkent Central to Tashkent South?
Yes, but treat it as a city transfer between two separate stations rather than a same-station connection.
Can foreigners book trains from Tashkent South online?
Yes. International travelers can arrange available Uzbekistan train tickets online through supported booking platforms.
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