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How to Travel from

Kars to Istanbul

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Airlines

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Kars Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$58.60–$178.34
Plane from Iğdır Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$61.15–$178.34

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Kars Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$57.32–$121.02
Plane from Iğdır Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.78–$165.60

Fly Armenia Airways

Website:
fly-armenia.com/en/
Plane from Kars Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.68–$318.46
Plane from Iğdır Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$52.23–$331.20

Train operators

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Kars to Sivas
Ave. Duration:
14h 48m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.92–$12.74
Train from Sivas to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
6h 59m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.83–$16.56
Train from Kars to Ankara
Ave. Duration:
26h 13m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38
Train from Ankara to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
4h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.11–$8.92

Bus operators

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Artvin bus station to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
23h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.48–$34.39

Metro Turizm

Phone:
0850 222 34 55
Website:
metroturizm.com.tr/en
Bus from Trabzon to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.66–$34.39

Ali Osman ULUSOY

Website:
aliosmanulusoy.com/
Bus from Trabzon to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
17h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$38.22

Yesil Artvin Ekspres

Phone:
(0466)2126161
Website:
yesilartvinekspres.com.tr/
Bus from Kars to Artvin
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.04–$20.38

Iğdırlı Tourism

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Kars to Istanbul is to train which costs $17.39 - $25 and takes 31h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kars to Istanbul is to fly which takes 3h 36m and costs $53.26 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Kars and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Kars to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Kars and arriving at Istanbul Otogari via Trabzon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Kars and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Kars to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Kars and arriving at Yenikapi via Sivas and Söğütlüçeşme. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 9m.

How far is it from Kars to Istanbul?

The distance between Kars and Istanbul is 1206 km. The road distance is 1429 km.

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

The best way to get from Kars to Istanbul without a car is to train via Sivas which takes 23h 9m and costs $16.30 - $25 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Kars to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kars to Istanbul bus from?

Kars to Istanbul bus services, operated by Iğdırlı Tourism, depart from Kars station.

Where do I catch the Kars to Istanbul train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kars to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Kars to Istanbul is to fly which takes 3h 39m and costs $54.35 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can train via Sivas, which costs $16.30 - $25 and takes 23h 9m, you could also bus via Trabzon, which costs and takes 23h 37m.

Where does the Kars to Istanbul bus arrive?

Kars to Istanbul bus services, operated by Iğdırlı Tourism, arrive at Trabzon station.

What is the time difference between Kars and Istanbul?

It is currently 11:39 at both, Kars and Istanbul.

Where does the Kars to Istanbul train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kars to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Kars to Istanbul is 1429 km. It takes approximately 18h 52m to drive from Kars to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4660+ hotels available in Istanbul. Prices start at $22.90 per night.
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