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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Kars is to bus which costs 1.700 ₺ - 2.500 ₺ and takes 24h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Kars is to fly which takes 3h 40m and costs 3.800 ₺ - 13.000 ₺.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul (State) to Kars station. However, there are services departing from İskenderpaşa and arriving at Kars bus station via İstanbul Esenler bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 23m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul (State) to Kars. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Kars via Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme and Sivas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 24m.

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

The distance between Istanbul (State) and Kars is 1184 km. The road distance is 1420.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul (State) to Kars without a car is to bus which takes 24h 23m and costs 1.700 ₺ - 2.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Istanbul (State) to Kars, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

The best way to get from Istanbul (State) to Kars is to fly which takes 3h 40m and costs 3.800 ₺ - 13.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 1.700 ₺ - 2.500 ₺ and takes 24h 23m, you could also train via Sivas, which costs 2.300 ₺ - 3.500 ₺ and takes 24h 24m.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Istanbul (State) to Kars?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul (State) to Kars is 1421 km. It takes approximately 18h 17m to drive from Istanbul (State) to Kars.

Where can I stay near Kars?

There are 21+ hotels available in Kars.

Istanbul (State) to Kars - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Istanbul (State) to Kars by plane, bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
best
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Kars Airport (KSY)plane SAW - KSY
3h 40m
₺3,812–12,252
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Kars bus stationbus FlixBus KK0673
24h 23m
₺1,740–2,460
Train via Sivas
1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Sivastrain Yht
2. Take the train from Sivas to Karstrain Doğu Ekspresi
24h 24m
₺2,297–3,465
Drive 1,420.6 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Karscar 1,420.6 km
18h 17m
₺7,783–11,242
Fly from Istanbul
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Kars Airport (KSY)plane IST - KSY
4h 8m
₺11,254–31,294
Bus via Hopa
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Hopabus
2. Take the bus from Hopa Artvin to Karsbus
28h 43m
₺2,207–4,542
Train
1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Ankaratrain Yht / ...
2. Take the train from Ankara to Karstrain Doğu Ekspresi
32h 55m
₺2,297–3,365

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Kars Airport (KSY) flights

21Weekly Planes

3h 1mAverage Duration

₺3,402Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Istanbul (State) to Kars.

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Distance: 1,183.7 km
Duration: 3h 40m

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

AJet and Pegasus Airlines fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Kars Airport (KSY) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Kamil Koç operates a bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Kars bus station twice daily. Tickets cost ₺1,700–2,400 and the journey takes 22h 49m.

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