Transportation to Ardahan is usually provided by road and due to the geographical location of the region, transportation difficulties may be experienced in some seasons. The city is connected to other major cities of Turkey and neighboring provinces by bus connections. Ardahan is a transit point especially for journeys to the eastern provinces. However, there are no direct flights to the city; the nearest airport is Kars Harakani Airport, from where it takes about two hours to reach Ardahan by road.
Transportation within the city is mainly by minibuses and taxis. Minibus lines run regular services along the main arteries of the city and to the surrounding villages and districts. However, these services are sometimes infrequent, and transportation may be disrupted by snowfall and harsh weather conditions, especially during the winter months. Taxis are also common in the city and are especially preferred for transportation to less accessible areas.
Transportation to the university in Ardahan is also provided by road. Ardahan University is located close to the city center and the city minibus lines serve the university campus regularly. For students and university staff, transportation from the city center to the campus is very practical. The university's own shuttle buses also serve during peak hours, especially during academic periods.
In general, although transportation opportunities to Ardahan and various points within Ardahan face some limitations due to geographical and climatic difficulties, highway connections constitute the main transportation network of the city. Especially in winter months, snow and ice control works are important for uninterrupted transportation.