There is no airport in Bitlis; the airports of Van and Muş are used. The Lake Van Express (Van Gölü Ekspresi) runs from Ankara to Tatvan twice a week; from Tatvan you can cross to Van by ferry.
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Getting to the Districts of Bitlis: Distances
| District | Distance from centre | Transport | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bitlis Central District | — | The nearest airport to Bitlis is Bitlis-Muş Airport, near Tatvan. It is 1,100 km from Ankara and 150 km from Van. Intercity bus services connect the city with major cities. | Directions |
| Adilcevaz | 60 km | Adilcevaz is 60 km from Bitlis city centre and 40 km from Tatvan. It is 60 km from Bitlis–Muş Airport. Regular minibus services run from Tatvan and Bitlis. | Directions |
| Ahlat | 50 km | Ahlat is 50 km from Bitlis provincial centre and 25 km from Tatvan. It is 50 km from Bitlis–Muş Airport. Intercity bus services run. | Directions |
| Güroymak | 30 km | Güroymak is 30 km from Bitlis city centre. Regular minibus services run from Bitlis. | Directions |
| Hizan | 40 km | Hizan is 40 km from Bitlis city centre. Regular minibus services run from Bitlis. | Directions |
| Mutki | 45 km | Mutki is 45 km from Bitlis city centre. Minibus services run from Bitlis. Because of the mountainous terrain, transport can become difficult in winter. | Directions |
| Tatvan | — | The nearest airport to Tatvan is Bitlis–Muş Airport (25 km). Van can be reached by train ferry across Lake Van. Ankara is 1,050 km away. Intercity bus services run regularly. | Directions |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get to Bitlis?
You can reach Bitlis by road, rail and sea (lake van ferry). There is no airport in Bitlis; the airports of Van and Muş are used. The Lake Van Express (Van Gölü Ekspresi) runs from Ankara to Tatvan twice a week; from Tatvan you can cross to Van by ferry.
Which districts of Bitlis are closest to and farthest from the centre?
The closest district to the centre of Bitlis is Güroymak (30 km) and the farthest is Adilcevaz (60 km).
How do I get directions to Bitlis?
Use the "Get directions on Google Maps" button on this page for up-to-date directions to Bitlis from wherever you are; the table also has a directions link for each district.