What is the cheapest way to get from Kars to Ankara?

The cheapest way to get from Kars to Ankara is to train which costs 850 ₺ - 2.200 ₺ and takes 26h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kars to Ankara?

The fastest way to get from Kars to Ankara is to fly which takes 2h 45m and costs 3.600 ₺ - 15.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Kars and Ankara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kars bus station station and arriving at Ankara bus station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Kars and Ankara?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kars and arriving at Ankara. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26h 27m.

How far is it from Kars to Ankara?

The distance between Kars and Ankara is 892 km. The road distance is 1069.4 km.

How do I travel from Kars to Ankara without a car?

The best way to get from Kars to Ankara without a car is to bus which takes 16h 15m and costs 1.300 ₺ - 1.900 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Kars to Ankara?

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Kars to Ankara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kars to Ankara bus from?

Kars to Ankara bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, depart from Kars bus station.

Where do I catch the Kars to Ankara train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kars to Ankara?

The best way to get from Kars to Ankara is to fly which takes 2h 45m and costs 3.600 ₺ - 15.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 1.300 ₺ - 1.900 ₺ and takes 16h 15m, you could also train via Sivas, which costs 1.200 ₺ - 2.000 ₺ and takes 18h 29m.

Where does the Kars to Ankara bus arrive?

Kars to Ankara bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, arrive at Ankara bus station.

Where does the Kars to Ankara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kars to Ankara?

Yes, the driving distance between Kars to Ankara is 1069 km. It takes approximately 14h 26m to drive from Kars to Ankara.

Where can I stay near Ankara?

There are 261+ hotels available in Ankara.

Kars to Ankara - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Kars to Ankara by plane, 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
best
1. Fly from Kars Airport (KSY) to Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB)plane KSY - ESB
2h 45m
₺3,627–14,259
Bus via Arhavi
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kars to Arhavi Artvinbus
2. Take the bus from Arhavi to Ankara Söğütgözübus
24h 33m
₺848–1,695
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kars bus station to Ankara bus stationbus FlixBus KK0670 / ...
16h 15m
₺1,300–1,900
Train via Sivas
1. Take the train from Kars to Sivastrain 92009
2. Take the train from Sivas to Ankaratrain Yht
18h 29m
₺1,270–1,990
Drive 1,069.4 km
1. Drive from Kars to Ankaracar 1,069.4 km
14h 26m
₺5,475–7,909
Train
1. Take the train from Kars to Ankaratrain Doğu Ekspresi
26h 27m
₺850–2,200

Kars to Ankara by bus

14Weekly Buses

16h 15mAverage Duration

₺1,300Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 892.1 km
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Kars, Turkey and Ankara, Turkey?

AJet flies from Kars Airport (KSY) to Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) once daily. Alternatively, Kamil Koc operates a bus from Kars bus station to Ankara bus station twice daily. Tickets cost ₺1,300–1,900 and the journey takes 16h 15m.

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