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Road corridor

Kashgar → Tehran

کاشغر → تهران

Road transit through Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan without entering Kazakhstan — 12 to 18 days to Tehran.

Route Specifications

Kashgar → Tehran at a Glance

ModeTransit TimeFrequencyPrice Level
Full truckload (FTL)12–18 daysRegularFastest option
Less-than-truckload (LCL)14–20 daysWeeklyBest for small volume

Transit times reflect typical market performance and may increase during border congestion or winter weather.

Corridor

From Irkeshtam to Sarakhs

Kashgar → Irkeshtam → Osh → Andijan → Farap → Sarakhs → Mashhad → Tehran. The route crosses three Central Asian countries and enters Iran at Sarakhs. For comparison, the Khorgos corridor via Kazakhstan also runs on a regular schedule.

Advantages

Why Ship via Kashgar?

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No Kazakhstan transit

The route enters Kyrgyzstan directly at Irkeshtam — a reliable alternative when Kazakhstan transit is congested or restricted, and the natural choice for cargo originating in southern Xinjiang or western China.

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12–18 days to Tehran

Typical road transit runs 12–18 days depending on border conditions — far faster than ocean freight (25–40 days) and far cheaper than air freight.

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Customs formalities in Kashgar

Export declaration and exit formalities are completed right in Kashgar, so there is no need to reposition cargo to another dry port — coordination is simpler and faster.

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Access to the Fergana Valley

Passing through Osh and Andijan makes this route ideal for apparel, consumer goods and auto parts — and for sourcing within the Fergana region itself.

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Door-to-door delivery

Cargo is collected anywhere in China and, after crossing three Central Asian countries, delivered directly in Tehran, Mashhad, or your final destination.

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Rail link under construction

The China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan railway entered its construction phase in late 2024; once completed, this corridor will also offer a rail option.

Process

How Shipping via Kashgar Works

1

Booking & truck reservation

Share your cargo details. We confirm the truck type (FTL or LTL) and the departure schedule.

2

Cargo handover & declaration in Kashgar

Cargo is received in Kashgar and Chinese export customs formalities are completed in the city itself.

3

Crossing at Irkeshtam into Osh

The truck crosses at the Irkeshtam border (China–Kyrgyzstan) and continues to Osh. The CMR consignment note has been issued since departure.

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Transit via Uzbekistan & Turkmenistan

Osh → Andijan (Uzbekistan) → Farap → Sarakhs (Turkmenistan). Transit moves under TIR carnet or a customs bond, with shipment tracking available.

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Entry into Iran & delivery

The cargo enters Iran at Sarakhs, completes Iranian customs formalities, and is delivered in Mashhad or Tehran.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the exact route from Kashgar to Tehran?
Kashgar → Irkeshtam (China–Kyrgyzstan border) → Osh → Andijan (Uzbekistan) → Farap border crossing (Uzbekistan–Turkmenistan) → Sarakhs → Mashhad → Tehran. Export formalities in China are completed in Kashgar itself.
When should I choose Kashgar instead of Khorgos?
When your cargo originates in western or southern Xinjiang, when Kazakhstan transit queues are long, or when you also want to source from the Fergana Valley (Osh and Andijan). Both routes enter Iran through Sarakhs — see the <a href="https://hamlchin.com/en/routes/khorgos-tehran/" class="text-deep-blue font-semibold hover:text-gold">Khorgos route</a> for comparison.
How long does road freight from Kashgar to Tehran take?
Usually 12–18 days depending on border conditions and season. Total time will be longer when domestic haulage from other Chinese cities to Kashgar is included.
Is there a rail option on this corridor?
Not yet — today this corridor is served by road. The China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan railway entered its construction phase in late 2024 and, once completed, will turn this corridor into one of the shortest rail routes between China and Iran.
What documents cover this route?
Shipments travel on an international CMR consignment note, and multi-country transit is handled under the TIR carnet system so no import duties are paid in the countries crossed en route.
What cargo is this route best suited for?
Apparel, consumer goods, stationery and toys, auto parts, electrical appliances, and time-sensitive cargo. Check the prohibited-items list before shipping.
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