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

The cheapest way to get from Van to Istanbul (State) is to bus which costs 1.500 ₺ - 2.800 ₺ and takes 28h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Van to Istanbul (State) is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs 5.000 ₺ - 17.000 ₺.

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

The distance between Van and Istanbul (State) is 1251 km. The road distance is 1510.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Van to Istanbul (State) without a car is to bus and train which takes 21h 34m and costs 2.200 ₺ - 3.300 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Van to Istanbul (State), including transfers.

Bus or fly from Van to Istanbul (State)?

The best way to get from Van to Istanbul (State) is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs 5.000 ₺ - 17.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 1.500 ₺ - 2.800 ₺ and takes 28h 36m.

Can I drive from Van to Istanbul (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Van to Istanbul (State) is 1510 km. It takes approximately 20h 3m to drive from Van to Istanbul (State).

Where can I stay near Istanbul (State)?

There are 4472+ hotels available in Istanbul (State).

Van to Istanbul (State) - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Van to Istanbul (State) 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 to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
best
1. Fly from Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane VAN - SAW
2h 57m
₺5,174–16,205
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Van bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus KK0122B
28h 36m
₺1,500–2,800
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Van to Yıldızelibus
2. Take the train from Yildizeli to Pendiktrain Yht
21h 34m
₺2,236–3,243
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 Pendiktrain Yht
26h 42m
₺2,427–3,824
Drive 1,510.2 km
1. Drive from Van to Istanbulcar 1,510.2 km
20h 3m
₺7,608–10,989
Fly to Istanbul, bus
1. Fly from Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) to Istanbul (IST)plane VAN - IST
2. Take the bus from Istanbul Airport Bus to Istanbul Şirinevlerbus
3h 47m
₺11,104–11,825

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

45Weekly Planes

3h 21mAverage Duration

₺2,665Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Van to Istanbul (State).

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Distance: 1,251.4 km
Duration: 2h 57m

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

AJet and Pegasus Airlines fly from Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Kamil Koc operates a bus from Van bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus station twice daily. Tickets cost ₺2,000–2,800 and the journey takes 28h 20m. Metro Turizm also services this route once daily.

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