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

The cheapest way to get from Kars to Tatvan is to train and bus which costs 1.100 ₺ - 1.600 ₺ and takes 14h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kars to Tatvan is to drive which takes 5h 37m and costs 1.700 ₺ - 2.500 ₺.

Is there a direct train between Kars and Tatvan?

No, there is no direct train from Kars to Tatvan. However, there are services departing from Kars and arriving at Tatvan via Çetinkaya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 2m.

How far is it from Kars to Tatvan?

The distance between Kars and Tatvan is 588 km. The road distance is 342.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Kars to Tatvan without a car is to bus which takes 10h 17m and costs 1.300 ₺ - 2.000 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 10h 17m to get from Kars to Tatvan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kars to Tatvan train from?

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

Train or bus from Kars to Tatvan?

The best way to get from Kars to Tatvan is to bus which takes 10h 17m and costs 1.300 ₺ - 2.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 1.200 ₺ - 2.100 ₺ and takes 27h 2m.

Where does the Kars to Tatvan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kars to Tatvan?

Yes, the driving distance between Kars to Tatvan is 343 km. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Kars to Tatvan.

Where can I stay near Tatvan?

There are four+ hotels available in Tatvan.

Kars to Tatvan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Kars to Tatvan by 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kars bus station to Horasan bus station
2. Take the bus from Horasan bus station to Van bus station
3. Take the bus from Van bus station to Tatvan bus station
10h 17m
₺1,374–1,926
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kars to Hasankale
2. Take the bus from Pansinler to Van
3. Take the bus from Van bus station to Tatvan bus station
14h 35m
₺1,123–1,505
Train
1. Take the train from Kars to ÇetinkayaDoğu Ekspresi
2. Take the train from Çetinkaya to TatvanVan Gölü Ekspresi
27h 2m
₺1,294–2,062
Drive 342.8 km
1. Drive from Kars to Tatvan342.8 km
5h 37m
₺1,702–2,458

Kars to Tatvan by train

2Weekly Trains

27h 2mAverage Duration

₺1,294Cheapest Price

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Distance: 588.2 km
Duration: 10h 17m

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

You can take a vehicle from Kars to Tatvan bus station via Kars bus station, Horasan bus station, and Van bus station in around 10h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kars to Tatvan via Çetinkaya in around 27h 2m.

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