Nalchik to Van by train
Van lies 557 km (346 mi) south of Nalchik, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 6 min at the speeds typical of Russia and Turkey rail, over roughly 679 km (422 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Nalchik | Van | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Turkey |
| Population | 239,300 | 525,016 |
| Elevation | 464 m (1,522 ft) | 1,708 m (5,604 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) |
| Stations on record | Nalchik station | none listed |
What changes when you arrive in Van
Crossing from Russia into Turkey: money changes from the Ruble to the Lira (TRY); the dialling code becomes +90; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25743529.
Where to book trains from Nalchik to Van
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Staying in Van
Our booking partner lists 62 places to stay in Van. Of the 15 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (6), and 4 are five-star. Across 12 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.1 out of 10. Guests have left 3,201 reviews in total.
Book a hotel in Van
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Van from Nalchik?
557 km (346 mi) in a straight line, south of Nalchik; by road roughly 679 km (422 mi).
How long does it take to get from Nalchik to Van by train?
About 6 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nalchik and Van?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Van?
The Lira (TRY).
Where can I stay in Van?
Our booking partner lists 62 places to stay in Van, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.