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

The cheapest way to get from Tirana to Kars is to bus which costs 3.800 ₺ - 6.000 ₺ and takes 40h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tirana to Kars is to fly which takes 7h 41m and costs 6.000 ₺ - 24.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Tirana and Kars?

No, there is no direct bus from Tirana to Kars station. However, there are services departing from Tiranë and arriving at Kars bus station via İstanbul Esenler bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 30m.

How far is it from Tirana to Kars?

The distance between Tirana and Kars is 1983 km. The road distance is 2385.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Tirana to Kars without a car is to bus which takes 40h 30m and costs 3.800 ₺ - 6.000 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Tirana to Kars, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tirana to Kars bus from?

Tirana to Kars bus services, operated by Alpar Turizm, depart from Tiranë station.

Bus or fly from Tirana to Kars?

The best way to get from Tirana to Kars is to fly which takes 7h 41m and costs 6.000 ₺ - 24.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 3.800 ₺ - 6.000 ₺ and takes 40h 30m.

Where does the Tirana to Kars bus arrive?

Tirana to Kars bus services, operated by Alpar Turizm, arrive at Istanbul station.

What is the time difference between Tirana and Kars?

Kars is 1h ahead of Tirana. It is currently 4:08 AM in Tirana and 5:08 AM in Kars.

Can I drive from Tirana to Kars?

Yes, the driving distance between Tirana to Kars is 2386 km. It takes approximately 29h 43m to drive from Tirana to Kars.

Where can I stay near Kars?

There are 20+ hotels available in Kars.

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There are 7 ways to get from Tirana to Kars by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza
best
1. Fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Kars Airport (KSY)plane TIA - KSY
7h 41m
₺6,438–23,916
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tiranë to Istanbulbus
2. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Kars bus stationbus FlixBus KK0673
40h 30m
₺3,820–5,711
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tiranë to Istanbulbus
2. Take the train from Istanbul(Sogutlucesme) to Sivastrain Hst
3. Take the train from Sivas to Karstrain Ic
42h
₺5,370–7,911
Drive 2,385.6 km
1. Drive from Tirana to Karscar 2,385.6 km
29h 43m
₺21,142–30,538
Bus to Podgorica Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Tirana to Podgorica , Bus stationbus
2. Fly from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Kars Airport (KSY)plane TGD - KSY
19h 11m
₺9,582–30,162
Bus, train via Istanbul
1. Take the bus from Tiranë to Istanbulbus
2. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Sivastrain Yht
3. Take the train from Sivas to Karstrain
42h 20m
₺4,457–6,823
Bus via Hopa
1. Take the bus from Tirana to Prizren,Autobuska Stanicabus
2. Take the bus from Prizren,Autobuska Stanica to Instabulbus
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Hopabus
4. Take the bus from Hopa Artvin to Karsbus
47h 45m
₺5,349–7,684

Tirana to Kars by bus

6Weekly Buses

40h 30mAverage Duration

₺3,820Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,982.9 km
Duration: 7h 41m

What companies run services between Tirana, Albania and Kars, Turkey?

Pegasus Airlines and AJet fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Kars Airport (KSY) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tiranë to Kars bus station via Istanbul and İstanbul Esenler bus station in around 40h 30m.

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