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

The cheapest way to get from Kars (State) to Tbilisi is to bus which costs $15 - $35 and takes 12h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kars (State) to Tbilisi is to drive which takes 4h 59m and costs $35 - $55.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Kars (State) to Tbilisi station. However, there are services departing from Kars and arriving at Ortachala Bus Station via Hopa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 9m.

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

The distance between Kars (State) and Tbilisi is 486 km. The road distance is 306.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kars (State) to Tbilisi without a car is to bus which takes 12h 9m and costs $15 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 8h 24m to get from Kars (State) to Tbilisi, including transfers.

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

Kars (State) to Tbilisi bus services, operated by Yesil Artvin Ekspres, depart from Kars station.

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

Kars (State) to Tbilisi bus services, operated by Yesil Artvin Ekspres, arrive at Hopa Artvin station.

What is the time difference between Kars (State) and Tbilisi?

Tbilisi is 1h ahead of Kars (State). It is currently 10:55 PM in Kars (State) and 11:55 PM in Tbilisi.

Can I drive from Kars (State) to Tbilisi?

Yes, the driving distance between Kars (State) to Tbilisi is 307 km. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Kars (State) to Tbilisi.

Where can I stay near Tbilisi?

There are 4184+ hotels available in Tbilisi.

Kars (State) to Tbilisi - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Kars (State) to Tbilisi by train, car, or bus

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

Train, drive, bus
best
1. Take the train from Kars to Akyaka
2. Drive from Akyaka to Gyumri Vardanats
3. Take the bus from Gyumri Vardanats to Tbilisi House of Justice
8h 24m
$38–53
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kars to Hopa Artvin
2. Take the bus from Hopa to Ortachala Bus Station
12h 9m
$16–34
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Kars to Akyaka
2. Drive from Akyaka to Gyumri
3. Take the train from Gyumri to Tbilisi372 / ...
12h 35m
$55–87
Drive 306.6 km
1. Drive from Kars to Tbilisi306.6 km
4h 59m
$38–55

Questions & Answers

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

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Distance: 486.1 km
Duration: 8h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Kars to Ortachala Bus Station via Hopa Artvin and Hopa in around 12h 9m.

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