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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Istanbul to Van

Composite routes from Istanbul to Van

Cheapest
19 h 47 min
Car
1802 km.
from $99
Fastest
2 h 28 min
Plane
Other
26 h 9 min
Train, Taxi
1263 km.
from $180.49
32 h 30 min
1262 km.
from $41.52

Transport providers

Airlines

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Van
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.06–$560.50

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Istanbul to Van
Ave. Duration:
2h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$61.15–$598.71

Fly Armenia Airways

Website:
fly-armenia.com/en/
Plane from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Van
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$40.76–$267.51

Train operators

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Email:
cozum@tcddtasimacilik.gov.tr
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Sivas
Ave. Duration:
7h 22m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.83–$16.56
Train from Sivas to Tatvan
Ave. Duration:
14h 33m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$6.37–$9.55

Bus operators

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Email:
kamilkoc@kamilkoc.com.tr
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to M.Kemal
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.10–$16.56
Bus from M.Kemal Paşa bus station to Van
Ave. Duration:
26h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.30–$40.76

Metro Turizm

Phone:
0850 222 34 55
Email:
iletisim@metroturizm.com.tr
Website:
metroturizm.com.tr/en
Bus from Istanbul Otogari to Van
Ave. Duration:
23h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.12–$50.95

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Van?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Van is to bus via Mustafakemalpaşa which costs $34.78 - $48.91 and takes 32h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul to Van?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Van is to fly which takes 4h 7m and costs $52.17 - $521.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Van?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Istanbul Otogari and arriving at Van. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23h.

How far is it from Istanbul to Van?

The distance between Istanbul and Van is 1274 km. The road distance is 1528 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul to Van without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Van without a car is to bus which takes 23h and costs $28.26 - $43.48 .

How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Van?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Istanbul to Van, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Van bus from?

Istanbul to Van bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, depart from Istanbul Otogari station.

Bus or fly from Istanbul to Van?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Van is to fly which takes 4h 22m and costs $54.35 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28.26 - $43.48 and takes 23h.

Where does the Istanbul to Van bus arrive?

Istanbul to Van bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, arrive at Van station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Van?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Van is 1528 km. It takes approximately 20h 50m to drive from Istanbul to Van.

Where can I stay near Van?

There are 14+ hotels available in Van. Prices start at $10.60 per night.
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