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

The cheapest way to get from Van to Ankara is to bus which costs 1.100 ₺ - 2.100 ₺ and takes 19h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Van to Ankara is to fly which takes 2h 49m and costs 4.700 ₺ - 11.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Van and Ankara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Van bus station station and arriving at Ankara bus station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19h 10m.

How far is it from Van to Ankara?

The distance between Van and Ankara is 943 km. The road distance is 1161.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Van to Ankara without a car is to bus and train which takes 16h 56m and costs 1.600 ₺ - 2.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Van to Ankara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Van to Ankara bus from?

Van to Ankara bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, depart from Van bus station.

Bus or fly from Van to Ankara?

The best way to get from Van to Ankara is to fly which takes 2h 49m and costs 4.700 ₺ - 11.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 1.100 ₺ - 2.100 ₺ and takes 19h 10m.

Where does the Van to Ankara bus arrive?

Van to Ankara bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, arrive at Ankara bus station.

Can I drive from Van to Ankara?

Yes, the driving distance between Van to Ankara is 1162 km. It takes approximately 16h 12m to drive from Van to Ankara.

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

Book your Van to Ankara bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ankara?

There are 258+ hotels available in Ankara.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Van to Ankara by plane, bus, 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.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) to Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB)plane VAN - ESB
2h 49m
₺4,724–10,255
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Van bus station to Ankara bus stationbus FlixBus KK0117 / ...
19h 10m
₺1,100–2,100
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Van to Yıldızelibus
2. Take the train from Yildizeli to Ankaratrain Yht
16h 56m
₺1,646–2,478
Bus, train via Tatvan
1. Take the bus from Van bus station to Tatvan bus stationbus
2. Take the train from Tatvan to Sivastrain
3. Take the train from Sivas to Ankaratrain Yht
22h 23m
₺1,547–2,409
Drive 1,161.9 km
1. Drive from Van to Ankaracar 1,161.9 km
16h 12m
₺5,884–8,499

Van to Ankara by bus, foot, and train

2Weekly Services

22h 23mAverage Duration

₺1,547Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 942.6 km
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Van, Turkey and Ankara, Turkey?

AJet flies from Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) to Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Kamil Koc operates a bus from Van bus station to Ankara bus station every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₺1,500–2,100 and the journey takes 19h 10m. Metro Turizm also services this route once daily.

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