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

The cheapest way to get from Ankara to Van is to bus which costs 1.100 ₺ - 2.100 ₺ and takes 18h 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 5.000 ₺ - 13.000 ₺.

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 three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18h 15m.

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 which takes 16h 34m and costs 1.600 ₺ - 2.700 ₺.

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 Koc, 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 5.000 ₺ - 13.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 1.100 ₺ - 2.100 ₺ and takes 18h 15m.

Where does the Ankara to Van bus arrive?

Ankara to Van bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, 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 6m to drive from Ankara to Van.

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

Book your Ankara to Van bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Van?

There are 31+ hotels available in Van.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)plane ESB - VAN
3h 28m
₺5,220–12,260
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ankara bus station to Van bus stationbus FlixBus KK0122B / ...
18h 15m
₺1,100–2,100
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ankara to Yildizelitrain Yht
2. Take the bus from Yıldızeli to Vanbus
16h 34m
₺1,625–2,662
Train, bus via Bitlis
1. Take the train from Ankara to Sivastrain Yht
2. Take the train from Sivas to Rahovatrain
3. Take the bus from Bitlis bus station to Van bus stationbus
21h 54m
₺2,068–3,240
Drive 1,159.7 km
1. Drive from Ankara to Vancar 1,159.7 km
16h 6m
₺5,933–8,570
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Ankara to Hasankaletrain Doğu Ekspresi
2. Take the bus from Pansinler to Vanbus
29h 5m
₺1,455–2,638

Ankara to Van by bus

28Weekly Buses

18h 15mAverage Duration

₺1,100Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 944.6 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 Koc operates a bus from Ankara bus station to Van bus station 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₺1,500–2,100 and the journey takes 18h 15m. Metro Turizm also services this route once daily.

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