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

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Van is to night train and bus which costs 4.000 ₺ - 6.500 ₺ and takes 36h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Van is to fly which takes 7h 46m and costs 6.000 ₺ - 20.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Van?

No, there is no direct bus from Bucharest to Van. However, there are services departing from București, Autogara Militari and arriving at Van via Istanbul Otogari. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 10m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Van?

The distance between Bucharest and Van is 1610 km. The road distance is 2147.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Bucharest to Van without a car is to night train and bus which takes 36h 4m and costs 4.000 ₺ - 6.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 7h 46m to get from Bucharest to Van, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Van bus from?

Bucharest to Van bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from București, Autogara Militari station.

Bus or fly from Bucharest to Van?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Van is to fly which takes 7h 46m and costs 6.000 ₺ - 20.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 5.500 ₺ - 9.000 ₺ and takes 37h 10m.

Where does the Bucharest to Van bus arrive?

Bucharest to Van bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Van?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Van is 2148 km. It takes approximately 28h 12m to drive from Bucharest to Van.

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

Book your Bucharest to Van bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Van?

There are 30+ hotels available in Van.

Bucharest to Van - 5 ways to travel via plane, night train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bucharest to Van by plane, night 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 Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)plane OTP - VAN
7h 46m
₺6,211–19,455
Night train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Bucharest to Halkalinighttrain Bosphor Express
2. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Vanbus
36h 4m
₺4,024–6,342
Drive 2,147.8 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Vancar 2,147.8 km
28h 12m
₺15,982–23,085
Bus
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus N1998
2. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Vanbus
37h 10m
₺5,833–8,776
Bus via Shumen
1. Take the bus from Bucharest Horoscop Hotel to Shumenbus
2. Take the bus from Shumen to Instabulbus
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Vanbus
40h 21m
₺5,679–8,387

Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) flights

45Weekly Planes

7h 35mAverage Duration

₺5,977Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,609.6 km
Duration: 7h 46m

What companies run services between Bucharest, Romania and Van, Turkey?

Turkish Airlines, Tarom, and three other airlines fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from București, Autogara Militari to Van via İstanbul Esenler bus station and Istanbul Otogari in around 37h 10m.

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