Tow Truck Service in Tashkent & Uzbekistan — 24/7 Guide
If your car breaks down on a Tashkent street, an Uzbekistan highway, or anywhere between Samarkand and Bukhara, you need a reliable 24/7 tow truck service. This guide explains everything tourists, expats, and residents should know about towing in Uzbekistan.
How to call a tow truck in Tashkent
Dial 1331 — it's a short code that works from any Uzbek mobile operator (Ucell, Beeline, UMS, Mobiuz, Humans) and is free of charge. English-speaking operators are available 24/7.
Tow truck types available
- Flatbed tow truck — safest option for modern cars with AWD, automatic transmission, or low ground clearance
- Wheel-lift tow truck — faster, cheaper, best for short distances
- Heavy-duty tow truck — for trucks, buses and vans up to 20 tons
- Motorcycle tow — specialized trailer for motorbikes
Average arrival times
- Central Tashkent (Mirabad, Yakkasaroy) — 10-15 minutes
- Outer Tashkent (Sergeli, Bektemir, Uchtepa) — 15-25 minutes
- Highway within 50 km of Tashkent — 30-45 minutes
- Regional (Samarkand, Bukhara) — 1-3 hours depending on availability
Pricing
Tow truck cost in Tashkent varies by distance, vehicle weight, and complexity. A standard flatbed tow within central Tashkent typically costs 150,000–300,000 UZS (2026 rates). We give a fixed quote on the phone — no surprises.
Payment
Cash in UZS, bank card, Payme, Click, or bank transfer (for corporate clients with a contract).
What to do while waiting
- Pull over safely, turn on hazard lights
- Place warning triangle 15m behind on city streets, 30m on highways
- Stay inside with doors locked if alone
- Have your car documents ready to show the tow truck driver
166 Express operates 24/7 with no night surcharge. Save 1331 in your contacts — it works from any operator.
