Van to Istanbul by bus
Travelling from Van to Istanbul by bus takes about 27h, run by 12Go. A quicker option we found is flight, at 2h 20m. The bus is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Bus journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €60
- Total journey
- 27h
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- 12Go
Older observation · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1Van to Istanbul12Go27h
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Van to Istanbul
FlixBus runs 21 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:15 and the last at 21:45.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 21 | 00:15 | 21:45 |
| Ozlem Van Turizm, Metro Turizm, Oz Ercis | 10 | 09:00 | 17:30 |
| Metro Turizm | 12 | — | — |
All departuresFlixBus
- 00:15
- 00:45
- 03:00
- 06:00
- 07:45
- 08:00
- 09:45
- 10:45
- 11:00
- 11:45
- 12:30
- 12:45
- 14:30
- 14:45
- 15:30
- 17:15
- 17:30
- 17:45
- 20:15
- 21:15
- 21:45
All departuresOzlem Van Turizm, Metro Turizm, Oz Ercis
- 09:00
- 10:00
- 11:03
- 11:55
- 12:59
- 13:00
- 14:55
- 15:00
- 16:00
- 17:30
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Bus facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the bus only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Arrives at
- İstanbul Esenler Otogarı
- Bus operators
- FlixBus, Metro Turizm, Ozlem Van Turizm, Metro Turizm, Oz Ercis
- Timetable
- First bus at 00:15, last at 21:45, 21 a day with FlixBus.
- Good to know
- Direct bus, no change on the way.
Before you travel
Seats and the service
Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €63Checked Oct 10 | 2h 30mFlight only | See Flight details |
- Flight€63Checked Oct 102h 30m · Flight onlySee Flight details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Van to Istanbul by bus: common questions
How long does Van to Istanbul take by bus?
About 27h, with no transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Van to Istanbul?
The best price in our latest check was €60. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Van to Istanbul?
12Go. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 2h 20m. The bus wins on price.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Van Istanbul bus
- Van to Istanbul by bus
- bus ticket Van to Istanbul
- how long is the bus from Van to Istanbul