How much does a bus ticket from Van to Istanbul Europe cost?

The bus ticket price from Van to Istanbul Europe starts at R 854. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Van to Istanbul Europe is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Van to Istanbul Europe?

The average travel time between Van and Istanbul Europe is around 1d 1h, although the fastest bus will take about 22h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1268 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Van and Istanbul Europe?

The number of buses from Van to Istanbul Europe can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Van to Istanbul Europe by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Van to Istanbul Europe?

When taking the bus from Van to Istanbul Europe, you can travel comfortably and safely with Metro Turizm, FlixBus.

Bus Van to Istanbul Europe from R 855 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Van to Istanbul Europe on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	16:00	Van Otogarı	1d 2h	18:00	Esenler Otogarı	Cheapest
	Bus	16:00	Van Otogarı	1d 1h	17:30	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	Fastest

Next departures from Van to Istanbul Europe on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	16:30	Van	1d 4h	20:50	Esenler Otogarı	Cheapest
	Bus	16:30	Van	1d 4h	20:35	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	Fastest

Next departures from Van to Istanbul Europe on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:00	Van Otogarı	1d 2h	18:00	Esenler Otogarı	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	Van Otogarı	1d 1h	17:30	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	Fastest
Bus	16:30	Van	1d 4h	20:50	Esenler Otogarı	No tags
Bus	16:30	Van	1d 4h	20:35	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	No tags

Next departures from Van to Istanbul Europe on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:00	Van Otogarı	1d 2h	18:00	Esenler Otogarı	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	Van Otogarı	1d 1h	17:30	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	Fastest
Bus	16:30	Van	1d 4h	20:50	Esenler Otogarı	No tags
Bus	16:30	Van	1d 4h	20:35	Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 3:50 AM +03.

Get from Van to Istanbul Europe

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 41 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 854, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 1hAverage duration

1268 kmDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Metro Turizm

3/5255 reviews

Staff3.3

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness3.7

WiFi1.4

Based on 255 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Metro Turizm ticket prices on this trip start at R 854

Metro Turizm Van Istanbul Europe recent customer reviews

Terrible Experience Overall There was more than an hour delay right at the beginning of the trip. We didn’t stop for dinner until around 11 PM, which was far too late and very uncomfortable. Throughout the journey, the air circulation on the bus was extremely poor, making the ride unpleasant. To make matters worse, instead of arriving at the scheduled destination, Alibeyköy Otogarı, the bus unexpectedly made its final stop at Esenler Otogarı without any proper explanation. Our estimated arrival time was 1:30 PM, but we didn’t get there until 6:30 PM — a five-hour delay.

Andisheh F.

22 June 2025

This was by far the worst trip I’ve ever had. We paid for a VIP ticket, but what we got was a very old, uncomfortable bus that was absolutely not VIP. There was no WiFi, the seats were extremely tight, and the bus was in poor condition from the start. To make things even worse, the bus broke down near the end of the trip, and we were forced to change to a different bus. The whole experience was stressful, uncomfortable, and far below what was promised. We were completely misled and overcharged. I would strongly advise others to avoid Metro Turizm, especially if you're expecting anything close to VIP service.

Farima G.

22 June 2025

FlixBus

3.5/511 311 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Van to Istanbul Europe by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Van to Istanbul Europe cost?
The bus ticket price from Van to Istanbul Europe starts at R 854. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Van to Istanbul Europe is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Van to Istanbul Europe?
The average travel time between Van and Istanbul Europe is around 1d 1h, although the fastest bus will take about 22h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1268 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Van and Istanbul Europe?
The number of buses from Van to Istanbul Europe can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Van to Istanbul Europe by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Van to Istanbul Europe?
When taking the bus from Van to Istanbul Europe, you can travel comfortably and safely with Metro Turizm, FlixBus.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/11

R 1 020

13/11

R 1 019

Today

R 1 019

15/11

R 1 021

16/11

R 1 022

17/11

R 1 020

18/11

R 1 019

19/11

R 1 016

The cheapest trip from Van to Istanbul Europe was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 016

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Van to Istanbul Europe as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 016 to R 1 064 for a bus ticket from Van to Istanbul Europe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 016, which is on 2025-11-19.