Kayseri Erkilet International Airport (ASR) is served by five Kayseri Metropolitan Municipality bus lines — four daytime routes (96, 100, 101, 271) and one night-only service (683). The fare is a flat 39 TRY per journey with a Kart38 contactless card, making the municipal bus the cheapest way to reach the city centre from ASR. This guide gives you the complete 2026 timetables, stop-by-stop details, and everything you need to board with confidence.
All fares and timetables are current as of May 2026. Schedules are subject to seasonal change — verify at kayseriulasim.com or call 153.
Quick Summary — ASR Bus Lines
| Line | Route | First | Last | Fare | Journey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96 | Airport ↔ Cumhuriyet Meydanı | 06:35 | 23:35 | 39 TRY | ~30 min |
| 100 | Airport ↔ City Centre (via Mevlana Üst Geçit Hastane) | 07:40 | 23:40 | 39 TRY | ~35 min |
| 101 | Airport ↔ City Centre (via Mevlana Üst Geçit İstasyon) | 06:10 | 20:10 | 39 TRY | ~35 min |
| 271 | Airport ↔ City Centre (via NATO 200 Evler) | 06:55 | 23:55 | 39 TRY | ~35 min |
| 683 | Airport ↔ Train Station & Otogar (night only) | 00:15 | 05:15 | 39 TRY | ~50 min |
All five lines accept Kart38 only — cash is not accepted on board. See the Kart38 section below if you don't already have one.
Line 96 — Airport to Cumhuriyet Meydanı
Line 96 is the most direct connection between ASR and Cumhuriyet Meydanı, Kayseri's main public square. It operates from early morning to late evening seven days a week with roughly 60-minute frequency. Journey time is approximately 30 minutes.
The route runs along Mustafa Kemal Paşa Bulvarı — one of the city's main arteries — making it easy to identify bus stop locations en route.
Line 96 — Airport → City (Cumhuriyet Meydanı)
| Departure | Departure | Departure | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:35 | 10:10 | 16:10 | ||
| 07:10 | 11:10 | 17:10 | ||
| 08:10 | 12:10 | 18:35 | ||
| 09:10 | 13:10 | 19:10 | ||
| 14:35 | 20:10 | |||
| 15:10 | 21:10 | |||
| 22:35 | ||||
| 23:35 |
Line 96 — City (Cumhuriyet Meydanı) → Airport
| Departure | Departure | Departure | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:05 | 10:40 | 16:40 | ||
| 07:40 | 11:40 | 17:40 | ||
| 08:40 | 12:40 | 19:05 | ||
| 09:40 | 13:40 | 19:40 | ||
| 15:05 | 20:40 | |||
| 15:40 | 21:40 | |||
| 23:05 | ||||
| 23:59 |
Route stops: Havalimanı (Airport) → Mustafa Kemal Paşa Bulvarı → Cumhuriyet Meydanı
Line 100 — Airport via Mevlana Üst Geçit Hastane
Line 100 connects ASR to the city centre via Mevlana Üst Geçit Hastane — the overpass near the hospital district. If your accommodation is in or near the hospital area, this is the most convenient line. The timetable is the same every day of the week (weekdays, Saturday, and Sunday).
Line 100 — City → Airport
Departures from City Centre: 06:15, 07:15, 08:15, 09:15, 10:15, 11:15, 12:15, 13:15, 14:15, 15:15, 16:15, 17:15, 18:15, 19:15, 20:15, 21:15, 22:15, 23:00
Line 100 — Airport → City
Departures from Airport: 07:40, 08:40, 09:40, 10:40, 11:40, 12:40, 13:40, 14:40, 15:40, 16:40, 17:40, 18:40, 19:40, 20:40, 21:40, 22:35, 23:40
Journey time is approximately 35 minutes. Frequency: every 60 minutes.
Line 101 — Airport via Mevlana Üst Geçit İstasyon
Line 101 follows a similar corridor to Line 100 but passes through Mevlana Üst Geçit İstasyon — the overpass near the train station area — rather than the hospital district. If you're connecting to the train station or staying in that part of the city, Line 101 is the better choice over Line 100. Same timetable all days.
Line 101 — City → Airport
Departures from City Centre: 06:45, 07:45, 08:45, 09:45, 10:45, 11:45, 12:45, 13:45, 14:45, 15:45, 16:45, 17:45, 18:45, 19:45, 20:45
Line 101 — Airport → City
Departures from Airport: 06:10, 06:40, 07:10, 08:10, 09:10, 10:10, 11:10, 12:10, 13:10, 14:10, 15:10, 16:10, 17:10, 18:10, 19:10, 20:10
Note that Line 101 runs earlier in the morning (first departure from airport at 06:10) and ends earlier in the evening (last departure at 20:10/20:45) than Line 96. Journey time: ~35 minutes.
Line 271 — Airport via NATO 200 Evler
Line 271 serves the NATO 200 Evler neighbourhood en route to and from the city centre. It runs from early morning until midnight with a consistent hourly frequency — one of the latest-finishing daytime services among the four lines. Same timetable all days.
Line 271 — City → Airport
Departures from City Centre: 06:30, 07:30, 08:30, 09:30, 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30, 16:30, 17:30, 18:30, 19:30, 20:30, 21:30, 22:30, 23:30
Line 271 — Airport → City
Departures from Airport: 06:55, 07:55, 08:55, 09:55, 10:55, 11:55, 12:55, 13:55, 14:55, 15:55, 16:55, 17:55, 18:55, 19:55, 20:55, 21:55, 22:55, 23:55
Line 271's 23:55 departure from the airport is the latest of the four daytime lines — useful if you land in the evening and miss Line 96's 23:35 last service. Journey time: ~35 minutes.
Line 683 — Night Bus (Airport ↔ Train Station & Otogar)
Line 683 is a dedicated night service covering the gap between midnight and early morning when Lines 96, 100, 101 and 271 are not running. It connects the airport with Kayseri Otogar (main bus terminal), Şehir Hastanesi (City Hospital), and Tren Garı (Train Station) in both directions.
The full route runs: İldem → Beyazşehir → Otogar → Şehir Hastanesi → Havalimanı → Tren Garı
Line 683 — Night Service (Both Directions)
Departures in both directions: 00:15, 01:45, 03:45, 05:15
Frequency is approximately every 90 minutes. Journey time: ~50 minutes end to end.
Who should use Line 683:
- Passengers on late-night or early-morning international flights
- Travellers who need to connect to the Otogar for an onward intercity coach
- Passengers arriving from the train station needing a transfer to the airport before 06:00
Which Line Should I Take?
With four daytime lines all going to "the city centre", it can be confusing. Here's a simple guide:
For most visitors → Line 96 is the default. It goes directly to Cumhuriyet Meydanı, Kayseri's main square, which is within walking distance of the old city, the bazaars, and most central hotels. It runs the most frequently and has the widest coverage across the day.
Near the hospital district → Line 100 passes through Mevlana Üst Geçit Hastane — the area around Kayseri's main hospital cluster. If your hotel is there, this saves a walk from the square.
Near the train station → Line 101 is marginally more convenient for passengers connecting from or to Kayseri Garı (train station). Note it finishes earlier (last airport departure 20:10).
Near NATO 200 Evler → Line 271 is the specialist line for this residential district north-west of centre. It also has the latest last departure at 23:55, making it the best backup if you miss the last Line 96.
Arriving after midnight → Line 683 is your only option until 06:10. It stops at the Otogar and Train Station, so onward connections by intercity coach or rail are possible.
Kart38 — Everything You Need to Know
Kart38 is Kayseri's contactless transit card, mandatory on all five airport bus lines. Cash is not accepted on board.
How to get a Kart38
- At the airport: Kiosks inside the arrivals hall sell and top up Kart38 cards
- At city-centre stops: Kiosks at major bus stops around the city
- Online: Topping up is possible via the Kayseri Ulaşım app or at authorised retailers
- Cost of the card itself: A small initial card fee applies (currently around 30–50 TRY for a new card); this is separate from the journey credit
How to use it
Tap your Kart38 on the reader when boarding. The reader beeps and shows the deducted amount. A single journey deducts 39 TRY. Transfers between lines within a set time window may qualify for a reduced transfer fare — check the Kayseri Ulaşım app for current transfer rules.
Lost or forgotten Kart38
If you arrive without a card and the airport kiosk is closed, you will not be able to board the bus. In this case, a taxi is your only option until you can purchase a card. Taxi fare to the city centre is approximately 625 TRY.
Kart38 helpline
Call 153 (free from Turkish mobile and landline numbers) for card balance enquiries, loss/theft reporting, and timetable information.
Bus Stop Location at the Airport
The bus stop for Lines 96, 100, 101, and 271 is located outside the terminal exit, to the left of the taxi rank. Follow signs for "Şehir Merkezi" (city centre) or "Otobüs" (bus) from the arrivals level. The stop is covered and signed.
For Line 683 at night, the stop is in the same location — the line operates in both directions from the same stop on the airport forecourt.
Tip: Bus 96 and 271 often arrive within minutes of each other during the morning peak. If you see either one approaching, board it — both will get you to the city centre.
Bus vs Taxi — When Does Each Make Sense?
| Bus (39 TRY) | Taxi (~625 TRY) | |
|---|---|---|
| Solo traveller | ✓ Bus saves ~586 TRY | — |
| Couple | ✓ Bus saves ~547 TRY per person | — |
| Group of 4 | ✓ Bus ~156 TRY total | ~625 TRY total — comparable |
| Heavy luggage | — | ✓ Door-to-door |
| Late night (after 00:15) | ✓ Line 683 | ✓ Taxi available 24/7 |
| Going directly to hotel off route | — | ✓ Taxi more practical |
| Heading to Cappadocia | — | ✓ Taxi ~4,950 TRY direct |
For most solo and couple travellers, the bus is the clear winner on price. For groups of four or more arriving with substantial luggage at an off-route hotel, the taxi becomes competitive on a per-person basis.
Getting to Cappadocia by Bus
The bus is not ideal for direct Cappadocia transfers, but it is possible on a budget. Take any of Lines 96, 100, 101 or 271 to the city centre, then walk or take a short taxi to Kayseri Otogar (the main coach terminal). From there, intercity coaches run regularly to Nevşehir, Ürgüp, and Avanos — the main Cappadocia towns.
Total journey time (bus + coach) is typically 2.5–3.5 hours compared to 60–75 minutes by direct taxi. Cost saving is significant — around 4,500–4,900 TRY per person vs a direct ASR–Göreme taxi.
See our full Cappadocia airport guide (ASR vs NAV) for all options.
Frequently Asked Questions
What bus goes from Kayseri Airport to the city centre? Lines 96, 100, 101, and 271 all connect Kayseri Airport (ASR) to the city centre. Line 96 goes to Cumhuriyet Meydanı (main square). Lines 100, 101, and 271 serve different corridors through the city. All cost 39 TRY with a Kart38 card and run approximately every 60 minutes from 06:10 to around 23:40.
How much does the bus from Kayseri Airport cost? 39 TRY per journey with a Kart38 contactless transit card. Cash is not accepted on board. The Kart38 card itself costs an additional one-time fee (approx. 30–50 TRY) if you don't already have one.
Is there a night bus from Kayseri Airport? Yes — Line 683 operates between the airport, Kayseri Otogar, City Hospital, and the Train Station at 00:15, 01:45, 03:45, and 05:15 in both directions. It bridges the gap when the daytime lines are not running.
How often do buses run from Kayseri Airport? Approximately every 60 minutes on each line. Because four lines serve the airport in the daytime, effective frequency during overlapping hours can be as short as 15–20 minutes.
Where do I catch the bus at Kayseri Airport? The bus stop is outside the terminal exit, to the left of the taxi rank. Follow signs for "Otobüs" or "Şehir Merkezi" from the arrivals hall.
Can I pay cash on the Kayseri Airport bus? No. All five lines (96, 100, 101, 271, 683) require a Kart38 contactless card. Purchase one at kiosks inside the arrivals hall before heading to the stop.
What is the last bus from Kayseri Airport? Line 271 departs the airport at 23:55 — the latest of the daytime services. Line 96 departs at 23:35. After midnight, Line 683 runs at 00:15, 01:45, 03:45 and 05:15.
What is the first bus from Kayseri Airport? Line 101 departs the airport at 06:10, making it the earliest of the five lines. Lines 96 and 271 follow shortly after at 06:35 and 06:55 respectively.
