Van to Derbent by train
Derbent lies 575 km (357 mi) north-east of Van, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 6 h 18 min at the speeds typical of Turkey and Russia rail, over roughly 701 km (436 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Van | Derbent | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Russia |
| Population | 525,016 | 105,965 |
| Elevation | 1,708 m (5,604 ft) | -13 m (-43 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Derbent railway station |
What changes when you arrive in Derbent
Crossing from Turkey into Russia: money changes from the Lira to the Ruble (RUB); the dialling code becomes +7; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q24233148.
Where to book trains from Van to Derbent
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Staying in Derbent
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Common questions
How far is Derbent from Van?
575 km (357 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Van; by road roughly 701 km (436 mi).
How long does it take to get from Van to Derbent by train?
About 6 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Van and Derbent?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Derbent?
The Ruble (RUB).
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.