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

The cheapest way to get from Lake Van to Ankara is to bus which costs 1.300 ₺ - 1.900 ₺ and takes 16h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lake Van to Ankara is to fly which takes 2h 39m and costs 3.500 ₺ - 15.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Van and Ankara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tatvan bus station station and arriving at Ankara bus station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 55m.

How far is it from Lake Van to Ankara?

The distance between Lake Van and Ankara is 937 km. The road distance is 1027.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lake Van to Ankara without a car is to bus which takes 16h 55m and costs 1.300 ₺ - 1.900 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Lake Van to Ankara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Van to Ankara bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Lake Van to Ankara?

The best way to get from Lake Van to Ankara is to fly which takes 2h 39m and costs 3.500 ₺ - 15.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 1.300 ₺ - 1.900 ₺ and takes 16h 55m.

Where does the Lake Van to Ankara bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lake Van to Ankara?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Van to Ankara is 1028 km. It takes approximately 14h 21m to drive from Lake Van to Ankara.

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

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Where can I stay near Ankara?

There are 230+ hotels available in Ankara.

Lake Van to Ankara - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Lake Van to Ankara by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) to Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB)plane VAN - ESB
2h 39m
₺3,533–14,861
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tatvan bus station to Ankara bus stationbus FlixBus KK0117
16h 55m
₺1,300–1,900
Drive 1,027.9 km
1. Drive from Tatvan to Ankaracar 1,027.9 km
14h 21m
₺5,887–8,503

Lake Van to Ankara by bus

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16h 55mAverage Duration

₺1,300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 937.3 km
Duration: 2h 39m

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

AJet flies from Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) to Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Kamil Koç operates a bus from Tatvan bus station to Ankara bus station once daily. Tickets cost ₺1,300–1,900 and the journey takes 16h 55m.

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