What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Tatvan?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Tatvan is to bus which costs 1.800 ₺ - 2.600 ₺ and takes 24h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul to Tatvan?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Tatvan is to bus and fly and taxi which takes 5h 50m and costs 11.000 ₺ - 24.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Tatvan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from İstanbul Esenler bus station station and arriving at Tatvan bus station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Tatvan?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul 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 40m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Tatvan?

The distance between Istanbul and Tatvan is 1328 km. The road distance is 1378.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Tatvan without a car is to train via Sivas which takes 24h 40m and costs 2.000 ₺ - 3.400 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Tatvan?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Istanbul to Tatvan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Tatvan bus from?

Istanbul to Tatvan bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, depart from İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Tatvan train from?

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

Train or bus from Istanbul to Tatvan?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Tatvan is to train via Sivas which takes 24h 40m and costs 2.000 ₺ - 3.400 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 1.800 ₺ - 2.600 ₺ and takes 24h 50m.

Where does the Istanbul to Tatvan bus arrive?

Istanbul to Tatvan bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, arrive at Tatvan bus station.

Where does the Istanbul to Tatvan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Istanbul to Tatvan?

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

How do I get a bus ticket from Istanbul to Tatvan?

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Where can I stay near Tatvan?

There are two+ hotels available in Tatvan.

Istanbul to Tatvan - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, taxi, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Istanbul to Tatvan by bus, plane, taxi, train, 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.

Bus to Istanbul, fly to Siirt Airport, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Busbus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Siirt Airport (SXZ)plane IST - SXZ
3. Take the taxi from Siirt Airport (SXZ) to Tatvantaxi
5h 50m
₺11,238–23,080
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Tatvan bus stationbus FlixBus KK0122B
24h 50m
₺1,800–2,600
Train via Sivas
1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Sivastrain Yht
2. Take the train from Sivas to Tatvantrain Van Gölü Ekspresi
24h 40m
₺2,065–3,323
Drive 1,378.2 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Tatvancar 1,378.2 km
18h 15m
₺6,940–10,024
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Muş Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Muş Airport (MSR)plane SAW - MSR
2. Take the bus from Muş bus station to Tatvan bus stationbus
6h 42m
₺3,123–14,930
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Van Ferit Melen Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Busbus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)plane IST - VAN
3. Take the bus from Van bus station to Tatvan bus stationbus
7h 26m
₺11,478–12,300
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)plane SAW - VAN
2. Take the bus from Van bus station to Tatvan bus stationbus
7h 22m
₺4,953–16,740
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Muş Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Busbus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Muş Airport (MSR)plane IST - MSR
3. Take the bus from Muş bus station to Tatvan bus stationbus
6h 55m
₺8,848–20,190
Bus to Istanbul, fly to Batman, bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Busbus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Batman (BAL)plane IST - BAL
3. Take the bus from Batman bus station to Tatvan bus stationbus
8h 18m
₺11,618–12,920
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Batman, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Batman (BAL)plane SAW - BAL
2. Take the bus from Batman bus station to Tatvan bus stationbus
8h 4m
₺3,393–16,660
Train
1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Ankaratrain Yht / ...
2. Take the train from Ankara to Tatvantrain Van Gölü Ekspresi
33h 8m
₺1,965–3,323

Istanbul to Tatvan by bus

14Weekly Buses

24h 50mAverage Duration

₺1,800Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Istanbul to Tatvan.

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Distance: 1,327.6 km
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Tatvan, Turkey?

You can take a train from Yenikapi to Tatvan via Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme and Sivas in around 24h 40m. Alternatively, Kamil Koc operates a bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Tatvan bus station twice daily. Tickets cost ₺1,800–2,600 and the journey takes 24h 50m.

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