The average bus between Van and Istanbul Airport (IST) takes 35h and the fastest bus takes 28h 34m. The bus service runs several times per day from Van to Istanbul Airport (IST). The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run twice daily between Van and Istanbul Airport (IST). The earliest departure is at 11:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Van is at 5:00 PM which arrives into Istanbul Airport (IST) at 11:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Istanbul Alibeyköy and take an average of 35h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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28h 34m • 2 changes
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28h 34m • 2 changes
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42h 45m • 2 changes
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28h 34m • 2 changes
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42h 45m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Van to Istanbul Airport (IST)? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Van to Istanbul Airport (IST). However, there are services departing from Van station and arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST) station via Istanbul Alibeyköy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h.
Van to Istanbul Airport (IST) bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, depart from Van station.
Van to Istanbul Airport (IST) bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, arrive at Istanbul Alibeyköy station.
The distance between Van and Istanbul Airport (IST) is 1,284.9 km. The road distance is 1,699 km.
Metro Turizm operates a bus from Van to Istanbul Alibeyköy once daily. Tickets cost ₺3,400–4,700 and the journey takes 24h 52m.