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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Kars (State) is to bus which costs 1.900 ₺ - 2.600 ₺ and takes 22h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Kars (State) is to fly which takes 5h 36m and costs 10.000 ₺ - 31.000 ₺.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Kars (State). However, there are services departing from Istanbul Otogari and arriving at Kars via Hopa Artvin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 30m.

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

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

The distance between Istanbul and Kars (State) is 1234 km. The road distance is 1420.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Kars (State) without a car is to bus which takes 22h 54m and costs 1.900 ₺ - 2.600 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Istanbul to Kars (State), including transfers.

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

Istanbul to Kars (State) bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, depart from Istanbul Otogari station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Kars (State) is to bus which takes 22h 54m and costs 1.900 ₺ - 2.600 ₺. Alternatively, you can train via Sivas, which costs 2.300 ₺ - 3.500 ₺ and takes 24h 24m, you could also fly, which costs 10.000 ₺ - 31.000 ₺ and takes 5h 36m.

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

Istanbul to Kars (State) bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, arrive at Hopa station.

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

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

Can I drive from Istanbul to Kars (State)?

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

Where can I stay near Kars (State)?

There are 21+ hotels available in Kars (State).

Istanbul to Kars (State) - 12 ways to travel via train, Metro, plane, and bus

There are 12 ways to get from Istanbul to Kars (State) by train, plane, 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.

Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly to Kars Airport
best
1. Take the train from Ayrılık Çeşmesi to Sabiha Gokcen Airporttrain
2. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Kars Airport (KSY)plane SAW - KSY
5h 47m
₺2,908–8,905
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Kars bus stationbus FlixBus KK0673
22h 54m
₺1,909–2,582
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
₺7,724–11,157
Fly Istanbul to Kars Airport
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Kars Airport (KSY)plane IST - KSY
5h 36m
₺10,304–30,384
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 43m
₺10,884–27,884
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 39m
₺9,788–34,655
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Agri, taxi
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Agri (AJI)plane SAW - AJI
2. Take the taxi from Agri (AJI) to Kağızmantaxi
5h 54m
₺5,488–16,905
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 28m
₺14,284–40,634
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 48m
₺2,858–8,335
Bus via Hopa
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Hopabus
2. Take the bus from Hopa Artvin to Karsbus
27h 30m
₺2,165–4,475
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

₺2,677Cheapest Price

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

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Distance: 1,233.9 km
Duration: 5h 47m

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

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 22h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Yenikapi to Kars via Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme and Sivas in around 24h 24m.

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