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

The cheapest way to get from Kars to Bulgaria is to train which costs $45 - $100 and takes 47h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kars to Bulgaria is to fly which takes 7h 32m and costs $290 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kars and Bulgaria?

No, there is no direct bus from Kars station to Bulgaria. However, there are services departing from Kars bus station and arriving at Sofia via İstanbul Esenler bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Kars and Bulgaria?

No, there is no direct train from Kars to Bulgaria. However, there are services departing from Kars and arriving at Serdika via Ankara, Halkalı and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 4m.

How far is it from Kars to Bulgaria?

The distance between Kars and Bulgaria is 1672 km. The road distance is 1970.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kars to Bulgaria without a car is to bus which takes 32h 20m and costs $55 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 7h 34m to get from Kars to Bulgaria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kars to Bulgaria bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kars to Bulgaria train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kars to Bulgaria?

The best way to get from Kars to Bulgaria is to fly which takes 7h 34m and costs $85 - $420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $100 and takes 32h 20m, you could also train via Sivas, which costs $60 - $170 and takes 38h 32m.

Where does the Kars to Bulgaria bus arrive?

Kars to Bulgaria bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, arrive at İstanbul Esenler bus station.

What is the time difference between Kars and Bulgaria?

Bulgaria is 1h behind Kars. It is currently 8:29 PM in Kars and 7:29 PM in Bulgaria.

Where does the Kars to Bulgaria train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kars to Bulgaria?

Yes, the driving distance between Kars to Bulgaria is 1970 km. It takes approximately 23h 2m to drive from Kars to Bulgaria.

Where can I stay near Bulgaria?

There are 2121+ hotels available in Bulgaria.

Kars to Bulgaria - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 8 ways to get from Kars to Bulgaria by plane, bus, train, car, or shuttle

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

Fly to Sofia Airport
best
1. Fly from Kars Airport (KSY) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane KSY - SOF
7h 34m
$85–416
Bus via Hopa
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kars to Hopa Artvinbus
2. Take the bus from Hopa to Istanbul Samandira Tesisbus
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Samandira Tesis to Sofiabus
35h 17m
$46–96
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kars bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus KK0673
2. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Sofiabus FlixBus N1999
32h 20m
$57–100
Train via Sivas
1. Take the train from Kars to Sivastrain
2. Take the train from Sivas to Istanbultrain
3. Take the train from Halkalı to Sofiatrain
38h 32m
$61–163
Drive 1,970.4 km
1. Drive from Kars to Sofiacar 1,970.4 km
23h 2m
$311–449
Fly to Varna Airport
1. Fly from Kars Airport (KSY) to Varna Airport (VAR)plane KSY - VAR
7h 32m
$294–985
Fly to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
1. Fly from Kars Airport (KSY) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane KSY - OTP
2. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Ruseshuttle
8h 10m
$274–895
Train
1. Take the train from Kars to Ankaratrain
2. Take the train from Ankara to Halkalitrain Yht
3. Take the train from Halkalı to Sofiatrain
47h 4m
$48–98

Kars to Bulgaria by bus

7Weekly Buses

32h 20mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Kars to Bulgaria.

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Distance: 1,671.9 km
Duration: 7h 34m

What companies run services between Kars, Turkey and Bulgaria?

Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines fly from Kars Airport (KSY) to Sofia Airport (SOF) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kars bus station to Sofia via İstanbul Esenler bus station in around 32h 20m.

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