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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Van is to train and bus via Tatvan which costs 2.400 ₺ - 3.800 ₺ and takes 27h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Van is to fly which takes 3h 39m and costs 4.400 ₺ - 15.000 ₺.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul (State) to Van. However, there are services departing from Istanbul Otogari and arriving at Van via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 13m.

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

The distance between Istanbul (State) and Van is 1252 km. The road distance is 1512.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul (State) to Van without a car is to train and bus which takes 21h 46m and costs 3.300 ₺ - 5.000 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Istanbul (State) to Van, including transfers.

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

Istanbul (State) to Van bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, depart from Istanbul Otogari station.

Bus or fly from Istanbul (State) to Van?

The best way to get from Istanbul (State) to Van is to fly which takes 3h 39m and costs 4.400 ₺ - 15.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 3.400 ₺ - 4.900 ₺ and takes 26h 13m.

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

Istanbul (State) to Van bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, arrive at Van station.

Can I drive from Istanbul (State) to Van?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul (State) to Van is 1512 km. It takes approximately 20h 5m to drive from Istanbul (State) to Van.

Where can I stay near Van?

There are 31+ hotels available in Van.

Istanbul (State) to Van - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Istanbul (State) to Van by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
best
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)plane SAW - VAN
3h 39m
₺4,412–14,262
Train, bus via Tatvan
cheapest
1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Sivastrain Yht
2. Take the train from Sivas to Tatvantrain
3. Take the bus from Tatvan bus station to Van bus stationbus
27h 8m
₺2,477–3,725
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Istanbul(Pendik) to Sivastrain 81458
2. Take the bus from Sivas to Vanbus
21h 46m
₺3,378–4,907
Drive 1,512.3 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Vancar 1,512.3 km
20h 5m
₺8,324–12,023
Fly from Istanbul
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)plane IST - VAN
4h 7m
₺11,254–23,304
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Vanbus
26h 13m
₺3,442–4,842
Bus via Karacabey
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Dudullu bus station to Karacabey bus stationbus FlixBus KK1613 / ...
2. Take the bus from Karacabey bus station to Van bus stationbus FlixBus KK0124
32h 57m
₺2,662–3,802

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) flights

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2h 46mAverage Duration

₺3,484Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,251.6 km
Duration: 3h 39m

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

AJet and Pegasus Airlines fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Metro Turizm operates a bus from Istanbul Otogari to Van once daily. Tickets cost ₺3,400–4,800 and the journey takes 25h.

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