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

The cheapest way to get from Kars to Van is to train and bus which costs 1.100 ₺ - 1.700 ₺ and takes 8h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kars to Van is to drive which takes 4h 40m and costs 1.900 ₺ - 2.900 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Kars and Van?

No, there is no direct bus from Kars station to Van. However, there are services departing from Kars bus station and arriving at Van via Horasan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Kars to Van?

The distance between Kars and Van is 438 km. The road distance is 358.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kars to Van without a car is to bus which takes 6h 42m and costs 1.200 ₺ - 1.900 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Kars to Van, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kars to Van bus from?

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

Where does the Kars to Van bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kars to Van?

Yes, the driving distance between Kars to Van is 359 km. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Kars to Van.

Where can I stay near Van?

There are 34+ hotels available in Van.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kars to Van by bus, car, or train

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 stationbus FlixBus KK0673 / ...
2. Take the bus from Horasan to Vanbus
6h 42m
₺1,262–1,824
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kars to Horasantrain Doğu Ekspresi
2. Take the bus from Horasan to Vanbus
8h 20m
₺1,136–1,656
Drive 358.6 km
1. Drive from Kars to Vancar 358.6 km
4h 40m
₺1,949–2,815
Train, bus via Ağrı
1. Take the train from Kars to Horasantrain
2. Take the bus from Horasan bus station to Ağrı bus stationbus
3. Take the bus from Ağrı to Vanbus
8h 57m
₺1,216–2,106

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 437.9 km
Duration: 6h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Kars bus station to Van via Horasan bus station and Horasan in around 6h 42m.

Train operators

Bus operators

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