Status page · crossing not sold
Agarak–Nurduz, the Armenia–Iran border at Meghri: status as of 27 October 2026
Status page — this crossing is not sold
Agarak (Armenia) – Nurduz (Iran), near Meghri, is the only Armenia–Iran crossing, about 330 km from Yerevan by road. In June 2025 it was reported open for foreign citizens, with daily minibuses from Meghri to Yerevan. In March 2026, during the attack on Iran, lorries crossed but the rules for civilians were unclear and some waited for hours or days. As of 27 October 2026 we cannot confirm normal passenger crossing, so we sell no transfers across it — only rides inside Armenia, such as Yerevan → Kapan from $210. Prices checked .
| Status | Unclear for travellers (27 Oct 2026) |
|---|---|
| Distance | ≈ 330 km from Yerevan |
| Minibus Meghri → Yerevan | 5,000 AMD, 07:30 (June 2025) |
| Our service | inside Armenia only |
Is the Agarak border open right now?
We cannot confirm it for travellers. Freight traffic was moving in March 2026, but a border guard could not say who was allowed through, and individuals reported waits of hours or days. Check with your embassy and the official sources of both countries before you plan this route.[2]
Timeline: Agarak–Nurduz 2025–2026
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| 19 Jun 2025 | Reported open for foreign (incl. Russian) citizens; 24-hour exchange office at the Agarak terminal; minibus Meghri → Yerevan daily at 07:30, 5,000 AMD |
| 20 Mar 2026 | During the attack on Iran: lorries crossing, civilian rules unclear, cross-border trade halted |
| 27 Oct 2026 | Our check: normal passenger crossing not confirmed; we do not sell this crossing |
How far is it from Yerevan to Meghri and Agarak?
About 330 km and 7–7.5 hours by road through Vayots Dzor, Goris and Kapan; Agarak is about 11 km from Meghri. Taxis from Agarak to Yerevan were quoted at about 50,000 AMD per car in 2025.[1]
Can RideARM take us to the Iranian border?
No. Because the passenger rules are unclear, we do not sell rides to or across Agarak. We drive inside Armenia — Yerevan or Zvartnots to Kapan or Goris — and you decide the next step with official information.
Can I pay online with an Iranian bank card?
No — online payment works only with cards that work internationally. If you book a ride inside Armenia, you can book on WhatsApp and pay the driver in cash at the same price.
Rides inside Armenia towards the south
| Route | Sedan | Minivan | Minibus (Sprinter) | Premium (Mercedes) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yerevan to Kapan one way | $210 | $285 | $505 | $460 |
| Zvartnots Airport to Goris (Tatev) one way | $170 | $230 | $410 | $370 |
| Tatev monastery & Wings of Tatev day trip driver waits, back the same day | $280 | $380 | $660 | $610 |
per car, not per person
Questions
Is the Armenia–Iran border open in 2026?
Freight crossed in March 2026, but passenger rules were unclear. As of 27 October 2026 we cannot confirm normal crossing for travellers.
Do you sell a transfer from Yerevan to Tabriz?
No. We sell rides inside Armenia only.
Is there public transport from Meghri to Yerevan?
In June 2025 a minibus left Meghri city square daily at 07:30 for 5,000 AMD, booked a day ahead (Armenpress). Check locally.
How long is the drive from Yerevan to Meghri?
About 7–7.5 hours over the mountain passes.
How much is Yerevan → Kapan?
$210 for a sedan, $285 for a minivan, per car.
Where can I check entry rules for Armenia?
On the Armenian Foreign Ministry’s visa page.
Prices and booking
Related guides
Sources
- Armenpress — the Iran–Armenia border via Agarak (for Russian citizens) —
- OC Media — dispatches from the Armenia–Iran border —
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia — visa information
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