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

The cheapest way to get from Kars to Samsun is to bus via Ardeşen which costs 700 ₺ - 1.500 ₺ and takes 13h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kars to Samsun is to fly which takes 5h 36m and costs 4.300 ₺ - 18.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Kars and Samsun?

No, there is no direct bus from Kars to Samsun. However, there are services departing from Kars and arriving at Samsun via Ardesen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Kars and Samsun?

No, there is no direct train from Kars to Samsun. However, there are services departing from Kars and arriving at Samsun via Sivas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 47m.

How far is it from Kars to Samsun?

The distance between Kars and Samsun is 584 km. The road distance is 744.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kars to Samsun without a car is to bus via Ardeşen which takes 13h 58m and costs 700 ₺ - 1.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Kars to Samsun, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kars to Samsun bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kars to Samsun train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kars to Samsun?

The best way to get from Kars to Samsun is to fly which takes 5h 36m and costs 4.300 ₺ - 18.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus via Ardeşen, which costs 700 ₺ - 1.500 ₺ and takes 13h 58m, you could also train, which costs 1.200 ₺ - 1.900 ₺ and takes 23h 47m.

Where does the Kars to Samsun bus arrive?

Kars to Samsun bus services, operated by Yesil Artvin Ekspres, arrive at Ardeşen station.

Where does the Kars to Samsun train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kars to Samsun?

Yes, the driving distance between Kars to Samsun is 745 km. It takes approximately 10h 29m to drive from Kars to Samsun.

Where can I stay near Samsun?

There are 55+ hotels available in Samsun.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Kars to Samsun 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 Samsun-Çarşamba Airport (SZF)KSY - SZF
5h 36m
₺4,377–17,959
Bus via Ardeşen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kars to Ardeşen
2. Take the bus from Ardesen to Samsun
13h 58m
₺728–1,470
Train
1. Take the train from Kars to Sivas92009
2. Take the train from Sivas to SamsunSamsun Sivas Hattı
23h 47m
₺1,209–1,889
Drive 744.8 km
1. Drive from Kars to Samsun744.8 km
10h 29m
₺3,732–5,391
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kars to Samsun
15h 7m
₺1,234–1,976
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Kars to Artvin
2. Take the bus from Artvin bus station to Samsun bus stationFlixBus KK5503
17h 5m
₺814–1,701

Kars to Samsun by train

3Weekly Trains

23h 47mAverage Duration

₺1,209Cheapest Price

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Distance: 583.7 km
Duration: 5h 36m

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

Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and AJet fly from Kars Airport (KSY) to Samsun-Çarşamba Airport (SZF) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kars to Samsun via Ardeşen and Ardesen in around 13h 58m.

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