Kayseri to Erzurum by train
Erzurum lies 515 km (320 mi) east of Kayseri, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 33 min at the speeds typical of Turkey rail, over roughly 628 km (390 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kayseri | Erzurum | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Turkey |
| Population | 1.5 million | 767,848 |
| Elevation | 1,054 m (3,458 ft) | 1,914 m (6,280 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) |
| Stations on record | Gömeç railway station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Kayseri to Erzurum
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Staying in Erzurum
Our booking partner lists 53 places to stay in Erzurum. Of the 19 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (6), and 4 are five-star. Across 14 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.6 out of 10. Guests have left 2,575 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Erzurum from Kayseri?
515 km (320 mi) in a straight line, east of Kayseri; by road roughly 628 km (390 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kayseri to Erzurum by train?
About 4 h 33 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kayseri and Erzurum?
No, both are on Europe/Istanbul at the moment.
Where can I stay in Erzurum?
Our booking partner lists 53 places to stay in Erzurum, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.