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

The cheapest way to get from Tatvan to Kars is to bus and train which costs 1.100 ₺ - 1.500 ₺ and takes 12h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tatvan to Kars is to drive which takes 5h 38m and costs 1.700 ₺ - 2.500 ₺.

Is there a direct train between Tatvan and Kars?

No, there is no direct train from Tatvan to Kars. However, there are services departing from Tatvan and arriving at Kars via Çetinkaya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 19m.

How far is it from Tatvan to Kars?

The distance between Tatvan and Kars is 589 km. The road distance is 342.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tatvan to Kars without a car is to bus which takes 10h 36m and costs 1.300 ₺ - 1.900 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 10h 36m to get from Tatvan to Kars, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tatvan to Kars train from?

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

Train or bus from Tatvan to Kars?

The best way to get from Tatvan to Kars is to bus which takes 10h 36m and costs 1.300 ₺ - 1.900 ₺. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 1.300 ₺ - 2.100 ₺ and takes 27h 19m.

Where does the Tatvan to Kars train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tatvan to Kars?

Yes, the driving distance between Tatvan to Kars is 343 km. It takes approximately 5h 38m to drive from Tatvan to Kars.

Where can I stay near Kars?

There are 22+ hotels available in Kars.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Tatvan to Kars 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 Tatvan bus station to Van bus station
2. Take the bus from Van bus station to Horasan bus station
3. Take the bus from Horasan bus station to Kars bus station
10h 36m
₺1,354–1,904
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tatvan bus station to Van bus station
2. Take the bus from Van to Pansinler
3. Take the train from Hasankale to Kars
12h 33m
₺1,124–1,504
Train
1. Take the train from Tatvan to ÇetinkayaVan Gölü Ekspresi
2. Take the train from Çetinkaya to KarsDoğu Ekspresi
27h 19m
₺1,295–2,088
Drive 342.9 km
1. Drive from Tatvan to Kars342.9 km
5h 38m
₺1,709–2,468

Tatvan to Kars by train

2Weekly Trains

27h 19mAverage Duration

₺1,295Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 589.1 km
Duration: 10h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Tatvan bus station to Kars via Van bus station, Horasan bus station, and Kars in around 10h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tatvan to Kars via Çetinkaya in around 27h 19m.

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