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

The cheapest way to get from Tatvan to Kars is to bus which costs 1.100 ₺ - 2.300 ₺ and takes 10h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tatvan to Kars is to drive which takes 5h 39m and costs 1.900 ₺ - 2.900 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Tatvan and Kars?

No, there is no direct bus from Tatvan station to Kars station. However, there are services departing from Tatvan bus station and arriving at Kars bus station via Van bus station and Horasan bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Tatvan and Kars?

No, there is no direct train from Tatvan to Kars. However, there are services departing from Tatvan Gar and arriving at Kars via Çetinkaya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 28m.

How far is it from Tatvan to Kars?

The distance between Tatvan and Kars is 582 km. The road distance is 343.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Tatvan to Kars without a car is to bus which takes 10h 4m and costs 1.100 ₺ - 2.300 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 10h 4m to get from Tatvan to Kars, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tatvan to Kars bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tatvan to Kars train from?

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

Train or bus from Tatvan to Kars?

The best way to get from Tatvan to Kars is to bus which takes 10h 4m and costs 1.100 ₺ - 2.300 ₺. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 1.500 ₺ - 2.200 ₺ and takes 27h 28m.

Where does the Tatvan to Kars bus arrive?

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

Where does the Tatvan to Kars train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tatvan to Kars?

Yes, the driving distance between Tatvan to Kars is 344 km. It takes approximately 5h 39m to drive from Tatvan to Kars.

Where can I stay near Kars?

There are 20+ hotels available in Kars.

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There are 3 ways to get from Tatvan to Kars by bus, train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Tatvan bus station to Van bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Van bus station to Horasan bus stationbus
3. Take the bus from Horasan bus station to Kars bus stationbus
10h 4m
₺1,148–2,290
Train
1. Take the train from Tatvan Gar to Cetinkayatrain Ic
2. Take the train from Çetinkaya to Karstrain Doğu Ekspresi
27h 28m
₺1,551–2,134
Drive 343.8 km
1. Drive from Tatvan to Karscar 343.8 km
5h 39m
₺1,960–2,831

Tatvan to Kars by bus

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10h 4mAverage Duration

₺1,148Cheapest Price

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Distance: 581.8 km
Duration: 10h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Tatvan bus station to Kars bus station via Van bus station and Horasan bus station in around 10h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tatvan Gar to Kars via Cetinkaya and Çetinkaya in around 27h 28m.

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