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

The cheapest way to get from Van to Ankara is to bus which costs 1.400 ₺ - 3.600 ₺ and takes 19h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Van to Ankara is to fly which takes 2h 44m and costs 4.100 ₺ - 16.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Van and Ankara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Van bus station station and arriving at Ankara bus station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19h 10m.

How far is it from Van to Ankara?

The distance between Van and Ankara is 943 km. The road distance is 1161.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Van to Ankara without a car is to bus and train via Yıldızeli which takes 16h 46m and costs 2.800 ₺ - 4.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Van to Ankara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Van to Ankara bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Van to Ankara?

The best way to get from Van to Ankara is to fly which takes 2h 44m and costs 4.100 ₺ - 16.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 1.400 ₺ - 3.600 ₺ and takes 19h 10m.

Where does the Van to Ankara bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Van to Ankara?

Yes, the driving distance between Van to Ankara is 1162 km. It takes approximately 16h 11m to drive from Van to Ankara.

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

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Where can I stay near Ankara?

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Van to Ankara by plane, bus, train, taxi, 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 44m
₺4,166–15,527
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Van bus station to Ankara bus stationbus FlixBus KK0117 / ...
19h 10m
₺1,400–3,600
Bus, train via Yıldızeli
1. Take the bus from Van to Yıldızelibus
2. Take the train from Yildizeli to Ankaratrain Yht
16h 46m
₺2,887–4,451
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Van to Tatvan Gartaxi
2. Take the train from Tatvan Gar to Sivastrain Ic
3. Take the train from Sivas to Ankara Gartrain Hst
20h 17m
₺8,227–10,119
Drive 1,161.9 km
1. Drive from Van to Ankaracar 1,161.9 km
16h 11m
₺6,686–9,657
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Van to Pansinlerbus
2. Take the train from Hasankale to Ankaratrain Doğu Ekspresi
29h 8m
₺1,881–3,424

Van to Ankara by bus

21Weekly Buses

19h 10mAverage Duration

₺1,400Cheapest Price

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Distance: 942.6 km
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between 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 Van bus station to Ankara bus station twice daily. Tickets cost ₺1,400–2,100 and the journey takes 19h 10m. Metro Turizm also services this route once daily.

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