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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Van is to bus via İstanbul Dudullu bus station which costs 2.100 ₺ - 3.100 ₺ and takes 28h.

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 12.000 ₺ - 34.000 ₺.

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 twice a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25h.

How far is it from Istanbul to Van?

The distance between Istanbul and Van is 1274 km. The road distance is 1512.3 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 25h and costs 1.900 ₺ - 4.800 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m 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 bus which takes 25h and costs 1.900 ₺ - 4.800 ₺. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs 12.000 ₺ - 34.000 ₺ and takes 4h 7m.

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 1512 km. It takes approximately 20h to drive from Istanbul to Van.

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

Book your Istanbul to Van bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Van?

There are 35+ hotels available in Van.

Istanbul to Van - 6 ways to travel via train, Metro, plane, bus, and car

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

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Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Ayrılık Çeşmesi to Sabiha Gokcen Airporttrain
2. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)plane SAW - VAN
4h 17m
₺5,028–21,515
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Vanbus
25h
₺1,900–4,800
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Sivastrain Yht
2. Take the train from Sivas to Rahovatrain
3. Take the bus from Bitlis bus station to Van bus stationbus
27h 6m
₺2,827–4,145
Drive 1,512.3 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Vancar 1,512.3 km
20h
₺8,610–12,436
Fly from Istanbul
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)plane IST - VAN
4h 7m
₺12,424–33,494
Bus via İstanbul Dudullu bus station
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Dudullu bus station to Van bus stationbus FlixBus KK0195A
28h
₺2,126–3,008

Istanbul to Van by bus

9Weekly Buses

25hAverage Duration

₺1,900Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,273.9 km
Duration: 4h 17m

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

Metro Turizm operates a bus from Istanbul Otogari to Van once daily. Tickets cost ₺3,400–4,800 and the journey takes 25h. Kamil Koç also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, Turkish Airlines flies from Istanbul (IST) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) 4 times a day.

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