What is the cheapest way to get from Ankara to Kars (State)?

The cheapest way to get from Ankara to Kars (State) is to train which costs 850 ₺ - 2.300 ₺ and takes 26h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ankara to Kars (State)?

The fastest way to get from Ankara to Kars (State) is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 38m and costs 8.000 ₺ - 24.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Ankara and Kars (State)?

No, there is no direct bus from Ankara to Kars (State) station. However, there are services departing from Güvenpark and arriving at Kars bus station via Ankara bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Ankara and Kars (State)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ankara and arriving at Kars. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26h 26m.

How far is it from Ankara to Kars (State)?

The distance between Ankara and Kars (State) is 1042 km. The road distance is 1068 km.

How do I travel from Ankara to Kars (State) without a car?

The best way to get from Ankara to Kars (State) without a car is to bus which takes 17h 40m and costs 1.600 ₺ - 2.200 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Ankara to Kars (State)?

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Ankara to Kars (State), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ankara to Kars (State) bus from?

Ankara to Kars (State) bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, depart from Ankara bus station.

Where do I catch the Ankara to Kars (State) train from?

Ankara to Kars (State) train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Ankara station.

Train, bus or fly from Ankara to Kars (State)?

The best way to get from Ankara to Kars (State) is to bus which takes 17h 40m and costs 1.600 ₺ - 2.200 ₺. Alternatively, you can train via Sivas, which costs 1.400 ₺ - 2.300 ₺ and takes 19h 1m, you could also fly, which costs 4.900 ₺ - 19.000 ₺ and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Ankara to Kars (State) bus arrive?

Ankara to Kars (State) bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, arrive at Kars bus station.

Where does the Ankara to Kars (State) train arrive?

Ankara to Kars (State) train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Sivas station.

Can I drive from Ankara to Kars (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Ankara to Kars (State) is 1068 km. It takes approximately 14h 17m to drive from Ankara to Kars (State).

Where can I stay near Kars (State)?

There are 20+ hotels available in Kars (State).

Ankara to Kars (State) - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Ankara to Kars (State) by plane, taxi, bus, train, or car

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Fly to Iğdır Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Iğdır Airport (IGD)plane ESB - IGD
2. Take the taxi from Iğdır Airport (IGD) to Digortaxi
4h 38m
₺8,330–23,630
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ankara to Karstrain Doğu Ekspresi
26h 26m
₺850–2,300
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ankara bus station to Kars bus stationbus FlixBus KK0670 / ...
17h 40m
₺1,632–2,185
Train via Sivas
1. Take the train from Ankara to Sivastrain Yht
2. Take the train from Sivas to Karstrain Doğu Ekspresi
19h 1m
₺1,400–2,240
Drive 1,068 km
1. Drive from Ankara to Karscar 1,068 km
14h 17m
₺6,116–8,834
Fly to Kars Airport
1. Fly from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Kars Airport (KSY)plane ESB - KSY
4h 57m
₺4,950–18,430
Fly to Agri, taxi
1. Fly from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Agri (AJI)plane ESB - AJI
2. Take the taxi from Agri (AJI) to Kağızmantaxi
4h 59m
₺8,030–20,630
Fly to Erzurum Airport, train
1. Fly from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Erzurum Airport (ERZ)plane ESB - ERZ
2. Take the train from Palandöken to Sarıkamıştrain
7h 58m
₺5,010–9,800
Train #2
1. Take the train from Ankara Gar to Karstrain Ic
26h 30m
₺1,885–2,556

Ankara to Kars (State) by train

7Weekly Trains

19h 1mAverage Duration

₺1,400Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,041.7 km
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Ankara, Turkey and Kars (State), Turkey?

Kamil Koç operates a bus from Ankara bus station to Kars bus station twice daily. Tickets cost ₺1,300–1,900 and the journey takes 16h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ankara to Kars via Sivas in around 19h 1m.

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