Facts about the transport from Istanbul to Kars
| Cheapest Transport | $71 |
| Fastest Transport | 3h 20m |
| Earliest Departure | 7:55 AM |
| Latest Departure | 2:40 PM |
| Departures per day | 2 |
| Distance | 1250 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Dogu Kars, Valuair |
Istanbul to Kars
Best Options
$71
$71
Other Options
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Transportation from Istanbul to Kars
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Buses$ 70.58
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Flights$ 148.38
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
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How to get from Istanbul to Kars
Travelling between Istanbul and Kars is possible by Flight and bus. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 70.58 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 70.58.
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Kars?
It can take you anywhere between 4 and 25 hours to travel between Istanbul and Kars depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Istanbul and Kars. Flight will bring you to your destination in 3h 20m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 1d 1h to reach Kars.
How much does it cost to get from Istanbul to Kars?
Travelling between Istanbul and Kars can be as cheap as USD 70.58 if you opt for a Dogu Kars bus and as expensive as USD 70.58 if you buy a Dogu Kars Bus ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Istanbul and Kars ?
- 2 from Istanbul to Kars starting from 12:00 Istanbul Central Bus Station until 14:40 Atasehir Dudullu Bus Station
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Istanbul to Kars.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Istanbul to Kars overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Istanbul and Kars
Dogu Kars
What is the most popular transport to get from Istanbul to Kars?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% opted for a bus