Van to Nazran by train
Nazran lies 539 km (335 mi) north of Van, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 54 min at the speeds typical of Turkey and Russia rail, over roughly 657 km (409 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Van | Nazran | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Russia |
| Population | 525,016 | 164,131 |
| Elevation | 1,708 m (5,604 ft) | 523 m (1,716 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Nazran railway station |
What changes when you arrive in Nazran
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 Nazran
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Staying in Nazran
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Common questions
How far is Nazran from Van?
539 km (335 mi) in a straight line, north of Van; by road roughly 657 km (409 mi).
How long does it take to get from Van to Nazran by train?
About 5 h 54 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Van and Nazran?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Nazran?
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.