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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Kars (State) is to bus via Çayeli which costs 1.100 ₺ - 2.500 ₺ and takes 29h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Kars (State) is to fly which takes 5h 9m and costs 3.000 ₺ - 8.000 ₺.

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

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul (State) to Kars (State). 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 (State)?

The distance between Istanbul (State) and Kars (State) is 1212 km. The road distance is 1420.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul (State) to Kars (State) without a car is to train via Sivas which takes 24h 24m and costs 2.100 ₺ - 3.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Istanbul (State) to Kars (State), including transfers.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Istanbul (State) to Kars (State) is to fly which takes 5h 9m and costs 3.000 ₺ - 8.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can train via Sivas, which costs 2.100 ₺ - 3.500 ₺ and takes 24h 24m, you could also bus, which costs 1.900 ₺ - 2.700 ₺ and takes 24h 28m.

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

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

Can I drive from Istanbul (State) to Kars (State)?

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

Where can I stay near Kars (State)?

There are 16+ hotels available in Kars (State).

Istanbul (State) to Kars (State) - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 11 ways to get from Istanbul (State) to Kars (State) by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Kars Airport
best
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Kars Airport (KSY)plane SAW - KSY
5h 9m
₺3,070–7,741
Bus via Çayeli
cheapest
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Dudullu to Cayelibus
2. Take the bus from Çayeli to Karsbus
29h 42m
₺1,162–2,442
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
₺2,115–3,423
Bus
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Kars bus stationbus FlixBus KK0673
24h 28m
₺1,900–2,660
Drive 1,420.7 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Karscar 1,420.7 km
18h 17m
₺7,412–10,706
Fly Istanbul to Kars Airport
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Kars Airport (KSY)plane IST - KSY
5h 36m
₺11,669–20,593
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Iğdır Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Iğdır Airport (IGD)plane SAW - IGD
2. Take the bus from Tuzluca bus station to Kağızman bus stationbus
6h 1m
₺15,331–34,449
Fly Istanbul to Agri, taxi
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Agri (AJI)plane IST - AJI
2. Take the taxi from Agri (AJI) to Kağızmantaxi
5h 47m
₺10,408–34,447
Fly Istanbul to Iğdır Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Iğdır Airport (IGD)plane IST - IGD
2. Take the bus from Tuzluca bus station to Kağızman bus stationbus
6h 29m
₺12,452–13,367
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Erzurum Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Erzurum Airport (ERZ)plane SAW - ERZ
2. Take the train from Palandöken to Sarıkamıştrain
8h 10m
₺2,229–6,969
Train
1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Ankaratrain Yht / ...
2. Take the train from Ankara to Karstrain Doğu Ekspresi
32h 56m
₺2,065–3,323

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

18Weekly Planes

3h 1mAverage Duration

₺2,659Cheapest Price

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

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Distance: 1,211.6 km
Duration: 5h 9m

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

AJet and Pegasus Airlines fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Kars Airport (KSY) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Yenikapi to Kars via Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme and Sivas in around 24h 24m.

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