What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Tatvan?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Tatvan is to train which costs 1.900 ₺ - 3.300 ₺ and takes 32h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Tatvan?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Tatvan is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 1m and costs 12.000 ₺ - 26.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul (State) and Tatvan?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul (State) to Tatvan station. However, there are services departing from Pertevniyal Valide Sultan and arriving at Tatvan bus station via Istanbul Beyoğlu Abdülhak Hamit Caddesi, Sabiha Gokcen Airport and Bursa bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul (State) and Tatvan?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul (State) to Tatvan. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Tatvan via Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme and Sivas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 10m.

How far is it from Istanbul (State) to Tatvan?

The distance between Istanbul (State) and Tatvan is 1312 km. The road distance is 1378.1 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul (State) to Tatvan without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul (State) to Tatvan without a car is to train via Sivas which takes 24h 10m and costs 2.000 ₺ - 3.400 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul (State) to Tatvan?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Istanbul (State) to Tatvan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul (State) to Tatvan bus from?

Istanbul (State) to Tatvan bus services, operated by İstanbul Elektrik Tramvay ve Tünel İşletmeleri (İETT), depart from Istanbul Beyoğlu Abdülhak Hamit Caddesi station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul (State) to Tatvan train from?

Istanbul (State) to Tatvan train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme station.

Train or bus from Istanbul (State) to Tatvan?

The best way to get from Istanbul (State) to Tatvan is to train via Sivas which takes 24h 10m and costs 2.000 ₺ - 3.400 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 2.000 ₺ - 3.100 ₺ and takes 28h 24m.

Where does the Istanbul (State) to Tatvan bus arrive?

Istanbul (State) to Tatvan bus services, operated by İstanbul Elektrik Tramvay ve Tünel İşletmeleri (İETT), arrive at Sabiha Gokcen Airport station.

Where does the Istanbul (State) to Tatvan train arrive?

Istanbul (State) to Tatvan train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Sivas station.

Can I drive from Istanbul (State) to Tatvan?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul (State) to Tatvan is 1378 km. It takes approximately 18h 15m to drive from Istanbul (State) to Tatvan.

Where can I stay near Tatvan?

There are four+ hotels available in Tatvan.

Istanbul (State) to Tatvan - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, and bus

There are 11 ways to get from Istanbul (State) to Tatvan by plane, taxi, 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 Istanbul to Batman, taxi
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Batman (BAL)IST - BAL
2. Take the taxi from Batman (BAL) to Tatvan
4h 27m
₺16,212–19,077
Bus via Van
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Van
2. Take the bus from Van bus station to Tatvan bus stationFlixBus KK0117 / ...
29h 43m
₺1,791–2,706
Train via Sivas
1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to SivasYht
2. Take the train from Sivas to TatvanVan Gölü Ekspresi
24h 10m
₺2,065–3,323
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Beyoğlu Abdülhak Hamit Caddesi to Sabiha Gokcen Airport
2. Take the bus from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Bursa bus station
3. Take the bus from Bursa bus station to Tatvan bus station
28h 24m
₺2,077–3,070
Drive 1,378.1 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Tatvan1,378.1 km
18h 15m
₺6,800–9,822
Fly Istanbul to Muş Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Muş Airport (MSR)IST - MSR
2. Take the train from Muş to Tatvan
5h 32m
₺9,942–22,787
Fly Istanbul to Siirt Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Siirt Airport (SXZ)IST - SXZ
2. Take the taxi from Siirt Airport (SXZ) to Tatvan
4h 1m
₺12,612–25,877
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Batman, taxi
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Batman (BAL)SAW - BAL
2. Take the taxi from Batman (BAL) to Tatvan
5h 26m
₺7,249–19,410
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Muş Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Muş Airport (MSR)SAW - MSR
2. Take the train from Muş to Tatvan
6h 32m
₺2,818–13,205
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Van Ferit Melen Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)SAW - VAN
2. Take the bus from Van bus station to Tatvan bus station
7h 15m
₺4,411–16,364
Train
1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to AnkaraYht / ...
2. Take the train from Ankara to TatvanVan Gölü Ekspresi
32h 56m
₺1,965–3,223

Istanbul (IST) to Batman (BAL) flights

17Weekly Planes

2h 1mAverage Duration

₺10,916Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,311.5 km
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Istanbul (State), Turkey and Tatvan, Turkey?

You can take a train from Yenikapi to Tatvan via Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme and Sivas in around 24h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pertevniyal Valide Sultan to Tatvan bus station via Elmadağ, Istanbul Beyoğlu Abdülhak Hamit Caddesi, Sabiha Gokcen Airport, and Bursa bus station in around 28h 24m.

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