Discover the Vibrant Dordoi Bazaar

Getting There

• Marshrutka

  To get to Dordoi Bazaar from the city center of Bishkek, start by heading to the main bus station, known as the 'Western Bus Station' (Zapadny Avtovokzal). You can take a taxi or walk, depending on your location. Once at the bus station, look for marshrutkas (minibuses) heading towards 'Dordoi' or 'Dordoi Bazaar'. The marshrutka number may vary, but any bus with 'Dordoi' on its route will take you there. The fare is usually around 20-30 som. The journey takes about 30-40 minutes. Make sure to tell the driver you want to go to Dordoi Bazaar. Get off when you reach the bazaar, which is a large market area and difficult to miss.

• City Bus

  If you prefer traveling by city bus, you can also catch bus number 5 or 6 from various stops around the city center. Check the bus stops for signs indicating their routes. Again, inform the driver you want to go to Dordoi Bazaar. The fare is similar, around 20 som, and the travel time is approximately 40-50 minutes depending on traffic. Be aware that buses may be less frequent, so check the schedule if possible.

• Walking to the nearest Marshrutka Station

  If you are located in the city center, you can start by walking towards Ala-Too Square. From there, head towards Chuy Avenue, which is a main road running through Bishkek. Look for a marshrutka stop along Chuy Avenue. This area usually has multiple options for marshrutkas heading to Dordoi. It's about a 15-20 minute walk to Chuy Avenue, depending on your starting point. Once you find the stop, follow the instructions described above for taking a marshrutka to Dordoi Bazaar.