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 2.000 ₺ - 2.800 ₺ and takes 22h 5m.

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 and taxi which takes 5h 17m and costs 15.000 ₺ - 37.000 ₺.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul station to Kars (State) station. However, there are services departing from İstanbul Esenler bus station and arriving at Kars bus station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 5m.

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 1360 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 5m and costs 2.000 ₺ - 2.800 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m 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 Kamil Koç, depart from İstanbul Esenler bus 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 5m and costs 2.000 ₺ - 2.800 ₺. Alternatively, you can train via Sivas, which costs 2.300 ₺ - 3.500 ₺ and takes 24h 24m, you could also fly, which costs 11.000 ₺ - 30.000 ₺ and takes 5h 36m.

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

Istanbul to Kars (State) bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, arrive at Kars bus 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 12m to drive from Istanbul to Kars (State).

Where can I stay near Kars (State)?

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

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

There are 12 ways to get from Istanbul to Kars (State) by plane, taxi, 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 Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Iğdır Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Iğdır Airport (IGD)plane SAW - IGD
2. Take the taxi from Iğdır Airport (IGD) to Digortaxi
5h 27m
₺8,388–24,605
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Istanbul(Pendik) to Ankara Gartrain Hst / ...
2. Take the train from Ankara to Karstrain Doğu Ekspresi
32h 26m
₺1,578–3,358
Bus
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Kars bus stationbus FlixBus KK0673
22h 5m
₺2,019–2,712
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 12m
₺8,166–11,795
Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly to Kars Airport
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 46m
₺4,308–21,405
Fly Istanbul to Iğdır Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Iğdır Airport (IGD)plane IST - IGD
2. Take the taxi from Iğdır Airport (IGD) to Digortaxi
5h 17m
₺15,384–36,584
Fly Istanbul to Kars Airport
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Kars Airport (KSY)plane IST - KSY
5h 36m
₺11,304–29,384
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
₺14,584–31,584
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 53m
₺8,288–21,605
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 47m
₺3,968–14,275
Bus via Hopa
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Hopabus
2. Take the bus from Hopa Artvin to Karsbus
27h 30m
₺2,165–4,473

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Iğdır Airport (IGD) flights

12Weekly Planes

2h 33mAverage Duration

₺3,735Cheapest Price

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

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Distance: 1,359.6 km
Duration: 5h 27m

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

Kamil Koç operates a bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Kars bus station once daily. Tickets cost ₺1,700–2,400 and the journey takes 22h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Yenikapi to Kars via Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme and Sivas in around 24h 24m.

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