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

The cheapest way to get from Trabzon to Kars is to bus and train which costs 550 ₺ - 1.200 ₺ and takes 10h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trabzon to Kars is to fly which takes 5h 1m and costs 7.000 ₺ - 28.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Trabzon and Kars?

No, there is no direct bus from Trabzon station to Kars station. However, there are services departing from Trabzon bus station and arriving at Kars bus station via Erzurum bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Trabzon to Kars?

The distance between Trabzon and Kars is 497 km. The road distance is 419 km.

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

The best way to get from Trabzon to Kars without a car is to bus via Erzurum which takes 8h 10m and costs 900 ₺ - 1.300 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 8h 10m to get from Trabzon to Kars, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trabzon to Kars bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Trabzon to Kars?

The best way to get from Trabzon to Kars is to bus via Erzurum which takes 8h 10m and costs 900 ₺ - 1.300 ₺. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs 7.000 ₺ - 28.000 ₺ and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Trabzon to Kars bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Trabzon to Kars?

Yes, the driving distance between Trabzon to Kars is 419 km. It takes approximately 6h 6m to drive from Trabzon to Kars.

Where can I stay near Kars?

There are 20+ hotels available in Kars.

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There are 5 ways to get from Trabzon to Kars by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus via Erzurum
best
1. Take the bus from Trabzon bus station to Erzurum bus stationbus FlixBus KK5531 / ...
2. Take the bus from Erzurum bus station to Kars bus stationbus FlixBus KK06125 / ...
8h 10m
₺901–1,268
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trabzon to Aşkalebus
2. Take the train from Aşkale to Karstrain Doğu Ekspresi
10h 29m
₺597–1,147
Drive 419 km
1. Drive from Trabzon to Karscar 419 km
6h 6m
₺2,360–3,408
Fly
1. Fly from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Kars Airport (KSY)plane TZX - KSY
5h 1m
₺7,352–27,809
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trabzon to Ardesenbus
2. Take the bus from Ardeşen to Karsbus
9h 52m
₺664–1,614

Trabzon to Kars by bus

28Weekly Buses

8h 10mAverage Duration

₺901Cheapest Price

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Distance: 496.9 km
Duration: 8h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Trabzon bus station to Kars bus station via Erzurum bus station in around 8h 10m. Alternatively, Turkish Airlines, AJet, and Pegasus Airlines fly from Trabzon Airport (TZX) to Kars Airport (KSY) 3 times a day.

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