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 ₺ - 1.700 ₺ and takes 15h 9m.

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 ₺ - 2.600 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Tatvan and Kars?

No, there is no direct bus from Tatvan station to Kars station. However, there are services departing from Tatvan bus station and arriving at Kars bus station via Bingöl bus station and Erzurum bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 35m.

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 32m.

How far is it from Tatvan to Kars?

The distance between Tatvan and Kars is 611 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 11h 35m and costs 1.200 ₺ - 1.800 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 11h 35m to get from Tatvan to Kars, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tatvan to Kars bus from?

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

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 11h 35m and costs 1.200 ₺ - 1.800 ₺. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 1.300 ₺ - 2.100 ₺ and takes 27h 32m.

Where does the Tatvan to Kars bus arrive?

Tatvan to Kars bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, arrive at Bingöl bus station.

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 17+ 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 Bingöl bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bingöl bus station to Erzurum bus stationbus
3. Take the bus from Erzurum bus station to Kars bus stationbus
11h 35m
₺1,207–1,718
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tatvan bus station to Bingöl bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bingöl bus station to Aşkale bus stationbus
3. Take the train from Aşkale to Karstrain
15h 9m
₺1,147–1,638
Train
1. Take the train from Tatvan to Çetinkayatrain Van Gölü Ekspresi
2. Take the train from Çetinkaya to Karstrain Doğu Ekspresi
27h 32m
₺1,295–2,088
Drive 342.9 km
1. Drive from Tatvan to Karscar 342.9 km
5h 38m
₺1,750–2,528

Tatvan to Kars by bus

7Weekly Buses

11h 35mAverage Duration

₺1,207Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 611.1 km
Duration: 11h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Tatvan bus station to Kars bus station via Bingöl bus station and Erzurum bus station in around 11h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tatvan to Kars via Çetinkaya in around 27h 32m.

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