Istanbul to Van by train
Travelling from Istanbul to Van by train takes about 27h, run by Regional connection, FlixBus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 2h.
Recommended route
$186
27h·1 transfer
Indicative price from a recent search, updated regularly. Confirm the live fare and seats with the provider at checkout. Routavio adds no booking fee.
The journey, step by step
- 1trainIstanbul → EskişehirRegional connection
- 2busEskişehir → Van
FlixBus
train or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| train | $186 | 27h | 1 transfer |
| Recommended | $96 | 2h | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Istanbul to Van by train: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Van take by train?
About 27h, 1 transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Istanbul to Van?
The best price in our latest check was €162. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Istanbul to Van?
Regional connection, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 2h. It is cheaper too, at €95.
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