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

The cheapest way to get from Tatvan to Istanbul is to bus which costs 1.800 ₺ - 2.600 ₺ and takes 25h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tatvan to Istanbul is to taxi and fly which takes 4h 48m and costs 10.000 ₺ - 34.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Tatvan and Istanbul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tatvan bus station station and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Tatvan and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Tatvan to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Tatvan and arriving at Yenikapi via Sivas and Söğütlüçeşme. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 16m.

How far is it from Tatvan to Istanbul?

The distance between Tatvan and Istanbul is 1400 km. The road distance is 1376.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Tatvan to Istanbul without a car is to train via Sivas which takes 23h 16m and costs 2.000 ₺ - 3.300 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Tatvan to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tatvan to Istanbul bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tatvan to Istanbul train from?

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

Train or bus from Tatvan to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Tatvan to Istanbul is to train via Sivas which takes 23h 16m and costs 2.000 ₺ - 3.300 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 1.800 ₺ - 2.600 ₺ and takes 25h 50m.

Where does the Tatvan to Istanbul bus arrive?

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

Where does the Tatvan to Istanbul train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tatvan to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Tatvan to Istanbul is 1376 km. It takes approximately 18h 12m to drive from Tatvan to Istanbul.

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

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Where can I stay near Istanbul?

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Tatvan to Istanbul - 10 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Tatvan to Istanbul by taxi, 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.

Taxi to Van Ferit Melen Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
best
1. Take the taxi from Tatvan to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)taxi
2. Fly from Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane VAN - SAW
5h 22m
₺8,962–20,688
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tatvan to Ankaratrain Van Gölü Ekspresi
2. Take the train from Ankara to Istanbul Söğütlüçeşmetrain Yht / ...
31h 58m
₺1,417–3,278
Train via Sivas
1. Take the train from Tatvan to Sivastrain Van Gölü Ekspresi
2. Take the train from Sivas to Istanbul Söğütlüçeşmetrain Yht
23h 16m
₺2,073–3,285
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tatvan bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus KK0122B
25h 50m
₺1,800–2,600
Drive 1,376.2 km
1. Drive from Tatvan to Istanbulcar 1,376.2 km
18h 12m
₺7,027–10,150
Taxi to Batman, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the taxi from Tatvan to Batman (BAL)taxi
2. Fly from Batman (BAL) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane BAL - SAW
5h 23m
₺7,399–20,677
Taxi to Van Ferit Melen Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the taxi from Tatvan to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)taxi
2. Fly from Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) to Istanbul (IST)plane VAN - IST
5h 14m
₺14,949–23,667
Taxi to Siirt Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the taxi from Tatvan to Siirt Airport (SXZ)taxi
2. Fly from Siirt Airport (SXZ) to Istanbul (IST)plane SXZ - IST
4h 48m
₺10,769–33,863
Train to Muş Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the train from Tatvan to Muştrain
2. Fly from Muş Airport (MSR) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane MSR - SAW
6h 27m
₺3,135–15,727
Train to Muş Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the train from Tatvan to Muştrain
2. Fly from Muş Airport (MSR) to Istanbul (IST)plane MSR - IST
6h 19m
₺8,022–30,706

Tatvan to Istanbul by bus

7Weekly Buses

25h 50mAverage Duration

₺1,800Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Tatvan to Istanbul.

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Distance: 1,400.1 km
Duration: 5h 22m

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

You can take a train from Tatvan to Yenikapi via Sivas and Söğütlüçeşme in around 23h 16m. Alternatively, Kamil Koc operates a bus from Tatvan bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus station once daily. Tickets cost ₺1,800–2,600 and the journey takes 25h 50m.

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