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The taxi ride between Bukhara and Samarkand covers roughly 280 km and usually takes about four to five hours, depending on traffic and stops. The route crosses open plains and stretches of the Kyzylkum steppe, dotted with farms, small villages and roadside tea stalls, offering a moving snapshot of everyday life in the region.
Vehicles range from private cars to shared taxis, and drivers are generally experienced with the route and willing to make short stops for photos, refreshments or a stretch. Bring water, a light layer for changing temperatures and a camera — the gradual shift from Bukhara’s compact mud‑brick silhouette to Samarkand’s grand blue‑tiled monuments makes the journey part of the experience.