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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Kars is to bus which costs 2.400 ₺ - 4.200 ₺ and takes 31h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Kars is to fly which takes 11h 24m and costs 3.000 ₺ - 16.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Kars?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia to Kars station. However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Kars bus station via İstanbul Esenler bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Sofia and Kars?

No, there is no direct train from Sofia to Kars. However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Kars via Halkali, Mustafa Kemal, Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme and Sivas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 32m.

How far is it from Sofia to Kars?

The distance between Sofia and Kars is 1666 km. The road distance is 1971.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Kars without a car is to bus which takes 31h 59m and costs 2.400 ₺ - 4.200 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 11h 24m to get from Sofia to Kars, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Kars bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sofia to Kars train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sofia to Kars?

The best way to get from Sofia to Kars is to fly which takes 11h 24m and costs 3.000 ₺ - 16.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 2.400 ₺ - 4.200 ₺ and takes 31h 59m, you could also train via Sivas, which costs 2.700 ₺ - 7.500 ₺ and takes 37h 32m.

Where does the Sofia to Kars bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Sofia and Kars?

Kars is 1h ahead of Sofia. It is currently 1:43 AM in Sofia and 2:43 AM in Kars.

Where does the Sofia to Kars train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sofia to Kars?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Kars is 1971 km. It takes approximately 23h 4m to drive from Sofia to Kars.

Where can I stay near Kars?

There are 19+ hotels available in Kars.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Sofia to Kars 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 Sofia Airport (SOF) to Kars Airport (KSY)plane SOF - KSY
11h 24m
₺2,996–15,236
Bus via Hopa
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Istanbul Samandira Tesisbus
2. Take the bus from Istanbul Samandira Tesis to Hopabus
3. Take the bus from Hopa Artvin to Karsbus
34h 39m
₺1,949–4,100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus N1999
2. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Kars bus stationbus FlixBus KK0673
31h 59m
₺2,475–4,168
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Istanbul Esenlerbus
2. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Sivastrain Yht
3. Take the train from Sivas to Karstrain
32h 11m
₺3,351–4,658
Drive 1,971.4 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Karscar 1,971.4 km
23h 4m
₺13,480–19,471
Train via Sivas
1. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalıtrain
2. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Sivastrain Yht
3. Take the train from Sivas to Karstrain
37h 32m
₺2,787–7,301
Train
1. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalıtrain
2. Take the train from Halkali to Ankaratrain Yht
3. Take the train from Ankara to Karstrain
45h 15m
₺2,751–7,238

Sofia to Kars by bus

14Weekly Buses

31h 59mAverage Duration

₺2,475Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,665.9 km
Duration: 11h 24m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Kars, Turkey?

Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Kars Airport (KSY) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sofia to Kars bus station via İstanbul Esenler bus station in around 31h 59m.

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