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31 h 8 min
2887 km.
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Athens, Greece → Van, Turkey

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Three ways to Travel from Athens to Van

Composite routes from Athens to Van

Cheapest
31 h 8 min
Car
2887 km.
from $158
Other
38 h 16 min
1714 km.
from $194.33
40 h 32 min
Train, Bus, Taxi
1710 km.
from $281.47

Transport providers

Airlines

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Van
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$63.69–$229.28

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Van
Ave. Duration:
6h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.53–$343.92

Fly Armenia Airways

Website:
fly-armenia.com/en/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Van
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$56.05–$305.71

Train operators

Hellenic Train

Phone:
14511
Website:
hellenictrain.gr/en
Train from Athens to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
4h 53m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.20–$34.39

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Email:
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Istanbul to Sivas
Ave. Duration:
7h 22m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.46–$16.56
Train from Sivas to Tatvan
Ave. Duration:
14h 33m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$6.37–$9.55

Bus operators

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Edremit bus station to Van
Ave. Duration:
29h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.84–$43.31

Crazy Holidays

Phone:
+30 2310241545
Email:
Website:
crazyholidays.gr/root.en.aspx
Bus from Athens to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$95.53–$140.12

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Thessaloniki Monastiriou Bus Stop to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
8h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.94–$53.50

Pamukkale

Phone:
0 850 333 35 35
Email:
Website:
pamukkale.com.tr
Bus from Ayvalık to Edremit
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.11–$8.92

Metro Turizm

Phone:
0850 222 34 55
Email:
Website:
metroturizm.com.tr/en
Bus from Istanbul Otogari to Van
Ave. Duration:
23h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.12–$50.95
Bus from Ayvalık to Edremit
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.10

Other operators

Blue Star Ferries

Phone:
+302108919800
Email:
Website:
bluestarferries.com/en-gb/
Other from Port of Piraeus to Mytilene
Ave. Duration:
12h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$56.05–$140.12

Hellenic Seaways

Phone:
+30 210 89 19 800
Email:
Website:
hellenicseaways.gr/
Other from Port of Piraeus to Mytilene
Ave. Duration:
13h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$56.05–$152.85

Uğur Jale

Phone:
+90 266 331 49 49
Email:
Website:
ayvalikmidillibilet.com/
Other from Mytilene to Port
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Van is to fly which costs $59.78 - $206.52 and takes 7h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Van is to fly which takes 7h 22m and costs $59.78 - $206.52 .

How far is it from Athens to Van?

The distance between Athens and Van is 1731 km. The road distance is 2617.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Van without a car is to bus which takes 38h 16m and costs $108.70 - $163.04 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 22m to get from Athens to Van, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Athens to Van?

The best way to get from Athens to Van is to fly which takes 7h 22m and costs $59.78 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $108.70 - $163.04 and takes 38h 16m.

What is the time difference between Athens and Van?

Van is 1h ahead of Athens. It is currently 20:06 in Athens and 21:06 in Van.

Can I drive from Athens to Van?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Van is 2618 km. It takes approximately 32h 21m to drive from Athens to Van.

Where can I stay near Van?

There are 14+ hotels available in Van. Prices start at $10.60 per night.
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