Tehran–Van International Train Service Resumption
Tehran–Van International Train Service Resumption
We are pleased to inform you that the international train from Tehran to Van has resumed service after five years. Please find the details below.
[Tehran Departure → Van Arrival]
- Operating Days: Sundays & Wednesdays
- Schedule: Departs 13:00 → Arrives 11:05 next day
- Train: RAJA 4-star, 4-berth sleeper (No. 426)
- Intermediate Stops:
Tehran (13:00 dep) → Qazvin (15:01 arr) → Zanjan (17:00 arr) → Tabriz (00:56 arr) → Razi (06:50 arr) → Van (11:05 arr)
[Van Departure → Tehran Arrival]
- Operating Days: Mondays & Thursdays
- Schedule: Departs 21:00 → Arrives 18:30 next day
- Train: RAJA 4-star, 4-berth sleeper (No. 427)
- Intermediate Stops:
Van (21:00 dep) → Razi (02:20 arr) → Tabriz (06:37 arr) → Zanjan (14:05 arr) → Qazvin (16:00 arr) → Karaj (17:21 arr) → Tehran (18:30 arr)
[Ticketing & Booking]
- Issuance starts approximately one month before departure (same as domestic rail).
- Tickets are issued at the time of booking.
- A passport copy is required when making a reservation.
If you would like a quotation or have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

