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Turkmen Railways (Demirýollary)

Name: Turkmen Railways (Demirýollary)
Brand: Turkmen Railways (Demirýollary)

Up to date as of October 22, 2026

Turkmen Railways (Demirýollary) sells electronic train tickets on railway.gov.tm and in mobile apps, paid with Altyn Asyr cards.

What it helps with

Travelling between citiesTrains across Turkmenistan.
Buying without queuesE-tickets online.
Paying with a local cardAltyn Asyr cards.

About Demirýollary:

You choose the route, travel dates and time, and pay for an e-ticket online. Payment works only with cards of the local Altyn Asyr payment system, so visitors without a Turkmen bank card buy tickets at station ticket offices.

Key Features:

E-tickets: Buy online for your route and date.
Mobile apps: Tickets on a smartphone.
Altyn Asyr: Payment with local cards.
Passenger info: Rules and FAQ on the site.

How to Get Started:

Open railway.gov.tm or the railway app.
Choose the route, date and time.
Pay with an Altyn Asyr card.
Keep the e-ticket and your passport for boarding.

Before you use it

Payment: Online payment accepts only Altyn Asyr cards; visitors usually buy at the station ticket office.
Sign-up: Take the passport used for the ticket; it is checked at boarding.

English available Local ID needed

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Turkmen Railways (Demirýollary) work with a foreign bank card in Turkmenistan?: Not reliably — a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
Is Turkmen Railways (Demirýollary) available in English?: Yes, Turkmen Railways (Demirýollary) has an English-language interface.
Do I need a local phone number to use Turkmen Railways (Demirýollary)?: No, an international phone number generally works for Turkmen Railways (Demirýollary).
Do I need local ID or residency for Turkmen Railways (Demirýollary)?: Yes, Turkmen Railways (Demirýollary) requires local ID or residency status.
Where can I use Turkmen Railways (Demirýollary)?: iOS · Android · Web
How much does Turkmen Railways (Demirýollary) cost?: Fare by route and class; paid with Altyn Asyr cards