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How to Travel from

Sofia to Kars

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Transport providers

Airlines

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Kars
Ave. Duration:
22h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$53.26–$184.78

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Kars
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$70.65–$271.74

Train operators

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Sofia to Halkalı
Ave. Duration:
10h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.98–$79.12
Train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Sivas
Ave. Duration:
7h 22m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.24–$14.13
Train from Sivas to Kars
Ave. Duration:
15h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.98–$8.70
Train from Halkali to Ankara
Ave. Duration:
5h 26m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.43–$8.15
Train from Ankara to Kars
Ave. Duration:
26h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$15.22

Bus operators

Alpar Turizm

Phone:
+90 212 658 18 51
Website:
alparturizm.com.tr/en/
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$32.61

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Sofia to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.04–$18.48
Bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Artvin
Ave. Duration:
21h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$29.35

Metro Turizm

Phone:
0850 222 34 55
Website:
metroturizm.com.tr/en
Bus from Sofia to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
10h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$31.52
Bus from Istanbul Samandira Tesis to Trabzon
Ave. Duration:
15h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$18.48–$29.35

Yesil Artvin Ekspres

Phone:
(0466)2126161
Website:
yesilartvinekspres.com.tr/
Bus from Artvin to Kars
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.74–$18.48

Iğdırlı Tourism

Phone:
90.476.228 69 01
Website:
igdirliturizm.com.tr/
Bus from Trabzon to Kars
Ave. Duration:
5h 37m
Frequency:
Once daily

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Kars is to train which costs $21.74 - $103.26 and takes 44h 25m.

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 15h 58m and costs $54.35 - $195.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Kars?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia to Kars. However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Kars via Istanbul Samandira Tesis and Trabzon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 55m.

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 36h 26m.

How far is it from Sofia to Kars?

The distance between Sofia and Kars is 1672 km. The road distance is 1981.2 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 via Trabzon which takes 32h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 15h 58m 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 Metro Turizm, 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 15h 58m and costs $54.35 - $195.65 . Alternatively, you can bus via Trabzon, which costs and takes 32h 55m, you could also train via Sivas, which costs $21.74 - $103.26 and takes 36h 26m.

Where does the Sofia to Kars bus arrive?

Sofia to Kars bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, arrive at Istanbul Samandira Tesis station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Kars?

Kars is 1h ahead of Sofia. It is currently 14:36 in Sofia and 15:36 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 1981 km. It takes approximately 24h 1m to drive from Sofia to Kars.

Where can I stay near Kars?

There are 19+ hotels available in Kars. Prices start at $15.90 per night.
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