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

The cheapest way to get from Kars to Istanbul is to train which costs 1.300 ₺ - 3.300 ₺ and takes 31h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kars to Istanbul is to fly and bus which takes 4h 12m and costs 10.000 ₺ - 13.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Kars and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Kars to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Kars and arriving at İstanbul Esenler via Cayeli and İstanbul Dudullu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Kars and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Kars to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Kars and arriving at Yenikapi via Sivas and Söğütlüçeşme. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 8m.

How far is it from Kars to Istanbul?

The distance between Kars and Istanbul is 1206 km. The road distance is 1417.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kars to Istanbul without a car is to bus which takes 22h 57m and costs 1.900 ₺ - 2.700 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Kars to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kars to Istanbul bus from?

Kars to Istanbul bus services, operated by Yesil Artvin Ekspres, depart from Kars station.

Where do I catch the Kars to Istanbul train from?

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

Train or bus from Kars to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Kars to Istanbul is to bus which takes 22h 57m and costs 1.900 ₺ - 2.700 ₺. Alternatively, you can train via Sivas, which costs 1.800 ₺ - 3.000 ₺ and takes 23h 8m.

Where does the Kars to Istanbul bus arrive?

Kars to Istanbul bus services, operated by Yesil Artvin Ekspres, arrive at Çayeli station.

Where does the Kars to Istanbul train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kars to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Kars to Istanbul is 1418 km. It takes approximately 18h 15m to drive from Kars to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4533+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Kars to Istanbul - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, Metro, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Kars to Istanbul by plane, train, bus, 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 to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
best
1. Fly from Kars Airport (KSY) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)KSY - SAW
2. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Ayrılık Çeşmesi
3h 34m
Bus via Çayeli
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kars to Çayeli
2. Take the bus from Cayeli to İstanbul Dudullu
28h 6m
₺1,352–2,420
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kars bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationFlixBus KK0673
22h 57m
₺1,934–2,676
Train via Sivas
1. Take the train from Kars to Sivas92009
2. Take the train from Sivas to Istanbul81459
23h 8m
₺1,823–2,962
Drive 1,417.7 km
1. Drive from Kars to Istanbul1,417.7 km
18h 15m
₺7,082–10,230
Fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Fly from Kars Airport (KSY) to Istanbul (IST)KSY - IST
2. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Otogari
4h 12m
₺10,807–12,429
Train
1. Take the train from Kars to AnkaraDoğu Ekspresi
2. Take the train from Ankara to Istanbul SöğütlüçeşmeYht / ...
31h 48m
₺1,382–3,288

Kars to Istanbul by bus

7Weekly Buses

28h 6mAverage Duration

₺1,352Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kars to Istanbul.

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Distance: 1,206.1 km
Duration: 3h 34m

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

Kamil Koc operates a bus from Kars bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus station once daily. Tickets cost ₺1,700–2,400 and the journey takes 22h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kars to Yenikapi via Sivas, Istanbul, and Söğütlüçeşme in around 23h 8m.

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