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 via Çayeli which costs 1.100 ₺ - 2.500 ₺ and takes 29h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Kars (State) is to bus and fly which takes 4h 31m and costs 10.000 ₺ - 13.000 ₺.

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 İstanbul Esenler and arriving at Kars via İstanbul Dudullu and Çayeli. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 15m.

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 50m.

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

The distance between Istanbul and Kars (State) is 1206 km. The road distance is 1420.7 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 23h 5m and costs 1.900 ₺ - 2.700 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m 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 Ali Osman ULUSOY, depart from İstanbul Dudullu 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 or bus from Istanbul to Kars (State)?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Kars (State) is to bus which takes 23h 5m and costs 1.900 ₺ - 2.700 ₺. Alternatively, you can train via Sivas, which costs 2.100 ₺ - 3.500 ₺ and takes 24h 50m.

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

Istanbul to Kars (State) bus services, operated by Ali Osman ULUSOY, arrive at Cayeli 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 20+ hotels available in Kars (State).

Istanbul to Kars (State) - 10 ways to travel via train, Metro, plane, and bus

There are 10 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
4h 22m
Bus via Çayeli
cheapest
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Dudullu to Cayelibus
2. Take the bus from Çayeli to Karsbus
29h 15m
₺1,165–2,446
Bus
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Kars bus stationbus FlixBus KK0673
23h 5m
₺1,965–2,649
Train via Sivas
1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Sivastrain Yht
2. Take the train from Sivas to Karstrain Doğu Ekspresi
24h 50m
₺2,115–3,423
Drive 1,420.7 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Karscar 1,420.7 km
18h 17m
₺7,167–10,352
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Kars Airport
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Busbus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Kars Airport (KSY)plane IST - KSY
4h 31m
₺10,808–12,490
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 57m
₺5,613–17,920
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Agri, taxi
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Busbus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Agri (AJI)plane IST - AJI
3. Take the taxi from Agri (AJI) to Kağızmantaxi
6h
₺10,538–23,180
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 43m
₺12,213–21,570
Train
1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Ankaratrain Yht / ...
2. Take the train from Ankara to Karstrain Doğu Ekspresi
32h 41m
₺2,065–3,323

Istanbul to Kars (State) by bus

7Weekly Buses

29h 15mAverage Duration

₺1,165Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,206 km
Duration: 4h 22m

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 58m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Yenikapi to Kars via Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme and Sivas in around 24h 50m.

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