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How to Get from Kayseri Erkilet Airport (ASR) to Uçhisar

Kayseri Erkilet Airport (ASR) lies about 82 km east of Uçhisar, on the far side of Kayseri from Cappadocia. The trip takes roughly 70 minutes by direct car or taxi, while shared shuttles and public transport via Kayseri Otogar take from about 1 hour 30 minutes to over 2 hours.

✓ Verified Oct 27, 2026 • 82.3 km road distance

Official Airport Taxi (Metered)

Fastest
70 mins •24/7 at Official Rank
€97–€115 (Metered, Per Vehicle)
Luggage: Boot space for 2–3 bags
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow Taxi signs to the official rank outside the arrivals hall.
  2. Ask for Uçhisar and confirm the meter is on before moving.
  3. Take the Kayseri–Nevşehir road; the 82 km run takes about 70–90 minutes.
  4. Watch the meter: start 75 TRY + 65 TRY/km, so around 5,425 TRY (€97–€115).
  5. Pay by card if confirmed at the start, or cash; ask for a receipt.

Shared Cappadocia Shuttle (Hotel Drop-off)

Budget
100 mins •Scheduled; book ahead
€10–€20 / Person
Luggage: 1 suitcase + hand luggage, confirm when booking
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Book online, by WhatsApp, or through your Uçhisar hotel at least a day before.
  2. Provide your flight number and arrival terminal; confirm if international arrivals are served.
  3. Meet the driver at the arrivals exit or agreed point holding a sign.
  4. Board the shared van; expect 1h30–2h with several hotel stops in Cappadocia.
  5. Ask to be dropped at your exact Uçhisar hotel; do not get off at Göreme or Nevşehir.

City Bus + Intercity Coach via Kayseri Otogar

Slowest
150 mins •Check kayseriulasim.com and Otogar timetables
€0.90 city bus + coach fare (confirm at Otogar)
Luggage: Very limited on city bus; coach luggage hold
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Take a Kayseri Ulaşım city bus from the airport bus stop; pay 48 TRY (€0.90) with Kart38/contactless, no cash.
  2. Ride about 20 minutes to the city centre near Cumhuriyet Meydanı or Mustafa Kemal Paşa Bulvarı.
  3. Change to the Kayseray tram to the Otogar stop (the tram does not serve the airport).
  4. At Kayseri Otogar, find an intercity bus/minibus toward Ürgüp, Göreme or Nevşehir; times and fares are not published here.
  5. Ask the driver for the closest Uçhisar drop-off or take a local taxi from the last stop; the final leg is not walkable.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Use the official taxi rank only; touts inside arrivals may offer 'fixed price' rides that cost more than the meter would.
  • Always make sure the taxi meter is running from 75 TRY start; do not accept a flat 'Cappadocia price' before seeing the meter.
  • Many shared shuttles do not serve Kayseri international arrivals; confirm this in writing before paying, or book a private transfer.
  • No tram line reaches ASR and Havaş has been suspended—ignore any person or site claiming a direct tram/Havaş shuttle from this airport.
  • Pay city buses with Kart38 or contactless bank card only; drivers cannot accept cash on board.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Uçhisar from Kayseri Erkilet Airport?

It is about 82.3 km by road, and a direct car or taxi takes roughly 70 minutes without heavy traffic.

What is the cheapest way from ASR to Uçhisar?

A shared Cappadocia shuttle usually costs €10–€20 per person and is the cheapest direct option. Using a city bus to Kayseri Otogar and then an intercity coach may be cheaper but is slower and not direct.

Is there a direct public bus from the airport to Uçhisar?

No. City buses run only into Kayseri centre; to reach Uçhisar you must change to the tram and an intercity coach at Kayseri Otogar, or book a shared shuttle/private transfer.

Are taxis at Kayseri Erkilet Airport metered?

Yes. The official Kayseri taxi tariff starts at 75 TRY plus 65 TRY per km, so the 82 km ride to Uçhisar is about 5,425 TRY (€97–€115). Confirm the meter is on and ask about card payment before departure.

Can I pay the airport city bus with cash?

No. Kayseri city buses require a Kart38 travel card or a contactless bank card; cash is not accepted on board.

What if my flight arrives late at night?

Taxis operate at the rank around the clock, but a pre-booked private transfer is safer and more comfortable after night arrivals. Public buses and intercity coaches may stop, so check kayseriulasim.com and Kayseri Otogar timetables.

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