Kars to Istanbul

Kars to Istanbul

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Kars to Istanbul Schedule

Kars to Istanbul Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Turkish Airlines Economy #TK730109:25 - 11:35TRY 1,380
Aras Seyahat Standard 2X2 10:15 - 07:15TRY 1,150
Dogu Kars Standard 2X2 12:00 - 23:00TRY 1,150
Turkish Airlines Economy 14:10 - 19:55TRY 1,241
Aras Seyahat Standard 2X1 17:00 - 15:00TRY 863
Bizim Igdir Standard 2X1 18:15 - 18:15TRY 863
Pegasus Airlines Economy #PC259121:35 - 23:45TRY 1,574

Transportation from Kars to Istanbul

Facts about the transport from Kars to Istanbul

Cheapest Transport$35
Fastest Transport2h 15m
Earliest Departure11:15 AM
Latest Departure5:15 PM
Departures per day18
Distance1250 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAras Seyahat, Bizim Igdir, Igdirli Turizm, Kars Kalesi Turizm, Turkish Airlines

How to get from Kars to Istanbul

When you want to get from Kars to Istanbul, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 53.06. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 34.46.

How far is Kars from Istanbul?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Kars to Istanbul. Your trip will be a total of 777 miles (1250 km). The flying distance is 1189 miles (1913 km).

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

The travel time from Kars to Istanbul can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 25 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Kars to Istanbul?

The cost of the trip from Kars to Istanbul varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Turkish Airlines: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 34.46 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 53.06.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Kars to Istanbul:

  • Plane tickets - USD 34.46 to USD 53.04;
  • Bus tickets - USD 35.38 to USD 35.38;

How many trips per day are there between Kars and Istanbul?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 11:15 - you can also take a bus as late as 17:15. There are 16 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Kars to Istanbul depart during the day - there are approximately 2 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Kars to Istanbul. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 34.46.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Kars to Istanbul

Turkish Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Kars to Istanbul is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Kars to Istanbul

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Kars to Istanbul? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.