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

The cheapest way to get from Ankara to Van is to train and bus via Sivas which costs 1.500 ₺ - 3.500 ₺ and takes 16h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ankara to Van is to fly which takes 3h 28m and costs 4.100 ₺ - 16.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Ankara and Van?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ankara bus station station and arriving at Van bus station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19h 14m.

How far is it from Ankara to Van?

The distance between Ankara and Van is 945 km. The road distance is 1159.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ankara to Van without a car is to train and bus via Sivas which takes 16h 15m and costs 1.500 ₺ - 3.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Ankara to Van, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ankara to Van bus from?

Ankara to Van bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, depart from Ankara bus station.

Bus or fly from Ankara to Van?

The best way to get from Ankara to Van is to fly which takes 3h 28m and costs 4.100 ₺ - 16.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 1.400 ₺ - 3.700 ₺ and takes 19h 14m.

Where does the Ankara to Van bus arrive?

Ankara to Van bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, arrive at Van bus station.

Can I drive from Ankara to Van?

Yes, the driving distance between Ankara to Van is 1160 km. It takes approximately 16h 5m to drive from Ankara to Van.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ankara to Van?

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Where can I stay near Van?

There are 38+ hotels available in Van.

Ankara to Van - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Ankara to Van by plane, train, bus, taxi, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)plane ESB - VAN
3h 28m
₺4,170–15,540
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ankara bus station to Van bus stationbus FlixBus KK0117 / ...
19h 14m
₺1,400–3,700
Train, bus via Sivas
1. Take the train from Ankara Gar to Sivastrain Hst
2. Take the bus from Sivas bus station to Van bus stationbus FlixBus KK0120 / ...
16h 15m
₺1,557–3,467
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Ankara Gar to Sivastrain Hst
2. Take the train from Sivas to Km. 358 360train Ic
3. Take the taxi from Km. 358 360 to Vantaxi
20h 38m
₺7,907–10,467
Drive 1,159.7 km
1. Drive from Ankara to Vancar 1,159.7 km
16h 5m
₺6,676–9,643
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ankara to Hasankaletrain Doğu Ekspresi
2. Take the bus from Pansinler to Vanbus
29h 5m
₺1,855–3,428

Ankara to Van by train, foot, and bus

21Weekly Services

16h 15mAverage Duration

₺1,557Cheapest Price

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Distance: 944.8 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Ankara, Turkey and Van, Turkey?

AJet flies from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Kamil Koç operates a bus from Ankara bus station to Van bus station twice daily. Tickets cost ₺1,400–2,100 and the journey takes 19h 14m. Metro Turizm also services this route once daily.

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