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

The cheapest way to get from İzmir to Kars is to bus which costs 1.900 ₺ - 2.700 ₺ and takes 24h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from İzmir to Kars is to fly which takes 3h 32m and costs 5.500 ₺ - 25.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between İzmir and Kars?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from İzmir bus station station and arriving at Kars bus station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24h 50m.

Is there a direct train between İzmir and Kars?

No, there is no direct train from İzmir to Kars. However, there are services departing from Izmir Basmane and arriving at Kars via Eskişehir and Sivas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 39m.

How far is it from İzmir to Kars?

The distance between İzmir and Kars is 1408 km. The road distance is 1650.1 km.

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

The best way to get from İzmir to Kars without a car is to bus which takes 24h 50m and costs 1.900 ₺ - 2.700 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from İzmir to Kars, including transfers.

Where do I catch the İzmir to Kars bus from?

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

Where do I catch the İzmir to Kars train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from İzmir to Kars?

The best way to get from İzmir to Kars is to fly which takes 3h 32m and costs 5.500 ₺ - 25.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 1.900 ₺ - 2.700 ₺ and takes 24h 50m, you could also train, which costs 2.600 ₺ - 3.900 ₺ and takes 31h 39m.

Where does the İzmir to Kars bus arrive?

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

Where does the İzmir to Kars train arrive?

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

Can I drive from İzmir to Kars?

Yes, the driving distance between İzmir to Kars is 1650 km. It takes approximately 21h 5m to drive from İzmir 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 İzmir to Kars by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from İzmir Adnan Menderes International Airport (ADB) to Kars Airport (KSY)plane ADB - KSY
3h 32m
₺5,849–24,409
Bus via Rize
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Izmir Otogar to Rizebus
2. Take the bus from Rize to Karsbus
31h 21m
₺1,215–3,250
Bus
1. Take the bus from İzmir bus station to Kars bus stationbus FlixBus KK0670
24h 50m
₺1,900–2,700
Train
1. Take the train from Izmir Basmane to Eskişehirtrain
2. Take the train from Eskişehir to Sivastrain Yht
3. Take the train from Sivas to Karstrain
31h 39m
₺2,639–3,849
Drive 1,650.1 km
1. Drive from İzmir to Karscar 1,650.1 km
21h 5m
₺9,388–13,560

İzmir to Kars by bus

7Weekly Buses

24h 50mAverage Duration

₺1,900Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,408.3 km
Duration: 3h 32m

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

SunExpress, Pegasus Airlines, and AJet fly from İzmir Adnan Menderes International Airport (ADB) to Kars Airport (KSY) twice daily. Alternatively, Kamil Koç operates a bus from İzmir bus station to Kars bus station once daily. Tickets cost ₺1,900–2,700 and the journey takes 24h 50m.

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