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 which costs 1.900 ₺ - 2.700 ₺ and takes 24h 41m.

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 2h 41m and costs 12.000 ₺ - 14.000 ₺.

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 51m.

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

The distance between Istanbul (State) and Kars (State) is 1241 km. The road distance is 1420.8 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 bus which takes 24h 41m and costs 1.900 ₺ - 2.700 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m 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 2h 41m and costs 12.000 ₺ - 14.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 1.900 ₺ - 2.700 ₺ and takes 24h 41m, you could also train via Sivas, which costs 2.100 ₺ - 3.500 ₺ and takes 24h 51m.

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 15m to drive from Istanbul (State) to Kars (State).

Where can I stay near Kars (State)?

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

Istanbul (State) to Kars (State) - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 9 ways to get from Istanbul (State) to Kars (State) by plane, bus, train, 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 to Kars Airport
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Kars Airport (KSY)IST - KSY
2h 41m
₺12,082–13,287
Bus via Hopa
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Samandira Tesis
2. Take the bus from Istanbul Samandira Tesis to Hopa
3. Take the bus from Hopa Artvin to Kars
25h 16m
₺1,551–2,656
Bus
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Kars bus stationFlixBus KK0673
24h 41m
₺1,950–2,700
Train via Sivas
1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to SivasYht
2. Take the train from Sivas to KarsDoğu Ekspresi
24h 51m
₺2,115–3,423
Drive 1,420.8 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Kars1,420.8 km
18h 15m
₺7,056–10,191
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Kars Airport
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Kars Airport (KSY)SAW - KSY
3h 45m
₺3,369–6,209
Fly Istanbul to Agri, taxi
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Agri (AJI)IST - AJI
2. Take the taxi from Agri (AJI) to Kağızman
4h 15m
₺14,312–50,977
Fly Istanbul to Iğdır Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Iğdır Airport (IGD)IST - IGD
2. Take the bus from Tuzluca bus station to Kağızman bus station
5h 7m
₺12,112–22,627
Train
1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to AnkaraYht / ...
2. Take the train from Ankara to KarsDoğu Ekspresi
32h 42m
₺2,065–3,323

Istanbul (IST) to Kars Airport (KSY) flights

10Weekly Planes

2h 15mAverage Duration

₺11,098Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,241.1 km
Duration: 2h 41m

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

Turkish Airlines flies from Istanbul (IST) to Kars Airport (KSY) once daily. Alternatively, Kamil Koc operates a bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Kars bus station twice daily. Tickets cost ₺1,700–2,400 and the journey takes 23h.

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