Van to Erzincan by train
Erzincan lies 363 km (226 mi) north-west of Van, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 13 min at the speeds typical of Turkey rail, over roughly 443 km (275 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Van | Erzincan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Turkey |
| Population | 525,016 | 150,714 |
| Elevation | 1,708 m (5,604 ft) | 1,195 m (3,921 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Erzincan railway station |
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Common questions
How far is Erzincan from Van?
363 km (226 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Van; by road roughly 443 km (275 mi).
How long does it take to get from Van to Erzincan by train?
About 3 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Van and Erzincan?
No, both are on Europe/Istanbul at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.