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

The cheapest way to get from Samsun to Kars is to bus which costs 1.000 ₺ - 1.500 ₺ and takes 14h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Samsun to Kars is to bus and fly which takes 8h 53m and costs 4.800 ₺ - 22.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Samsun and Kars?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Samsun bus station station and arriving at Kars bus station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Samsun and Kars?

No, there is no direct train from Samsun to Kars. However, there are services departing from Samsun and arriving at Kars via Sivas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 26m.

How far is it from Samsun to Kars?

The distance between Samsun and Kars is 844 km. The road distance is 743.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Samsun to Kars without a car is to bus which takes 14h 10m and costs 1.000 ₺ - 1.500 ₺.

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

The bus from Samsun bus station to Kars bus station takes 14h 10m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Samsun to Kars bus from?

Samsun to Kars bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, depart from Samsun bus station.

Where do I catch the Samsun to Kars train from?

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

Train or bus from Samsun to Kars?

The best way to get from Samsun to Kars is to bus which takes 14h 10m and costs 1.000 ₺ - 1.500 ₺. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 1.300 ₺ - 2.000 ₺ and takes 24h 26m.

Where does the Samsun to Kars bus arrive?

Samsun to Kars bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, arrive at Kars bus station.

Where does the Samsun to Kars train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Samsun to Kars?

Yes, the driving distance between Samsun to Kars is 743 km. It takes approximately 10h 28m to drive from Samsun to Kars.

How do I get a bus ticket from Samsun to Kars?

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Where can I stay near Kars?

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Samsun to Kars - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Samsun to Kars by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Samsun bus station to Kars bus stationbus FlixBus KK0169
14h 10m
₺1,000–1,500
Bus via Trabzon
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Samsun to Trabzonbus
2. Take the bus from Trabzon to Rizebus
3. Take the bus from Rize to Karsbus
17h 7m
₺438–2,867
Train
1. Take the train from Samsun to Sivastrain Samsun Sivas Hattı
2. Take the train from Sivas to Karstrain Doğu Ekspresi
24h 26m
₺1,339–1,973
Drive 743.1 km
1. Drive from Samsun to Karscar 743.1 km
10h 28m
₺4,148–5,991
Bus to Samsun-Çarşamba Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Samsun to Çarşambabus
2. Fly from Samsun-Çarşamba Airport (SZF) to Kars Airport (KSY)plane SZF - KSY
8h 53m
₺4,887–21,862
Bus to Ordu - Giresun Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Samsun bus station to Ordu bus stationbus
2. Fly from Ordu - Giresun Airport (OGU) to Kars Airport (KSY)plane OGU - KSY
11h 36m
₺6,875–30,732

Samsun to Kars by bus

7Weekly Buses

14h 10mAverage Duration

₺1,000Cheapest Price

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Distance: 843.7 km
Duration: 14h 10m

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

Kamil Koç operates a bus from Samsun bus station to Kars bus station once daily. Tickets cost ₺1,000–1,500 and the journey takes 14h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Samsun to Kars via Sivas in around 24h 26m.

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