What is the cheapest way to get from Ankara to Bitlis?

The cheapest way to get from Ankara to Bitlis is to bus which costs 1.300 ₺ - 1.900 ₺ and takes 16h.

What is the fastest way to get from Ankara to Bitlis?

The fastest way to get from Ankara to Bitlis is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 33m and costs 5.000 ₺ - 16.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Ankara and Bitlis?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ankara bus station station and arriving at Bitlis bus station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h.

How far is it from Ankara to Bitlis?

The distance between Ankara and Bitlis is 907 km. The road distance is 1025.7 km.

How do I travel from Ankara to Bitlis without a car?

The best way to get from Ankara to Bitlis without a car is to bus which takes 16h and costs 1.300 ₺ - 1.900 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Ankara to Bitlis?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Ankara to Bitlis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ankara to Bitlis bus from?

Ankara to Bitlis bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, depart from Ankara bus station.

Train or bus from Ankara to Bitlis?

The best way to get from Ankara to Bitlis is to bus which takes 16h and costs 1.300 ₺ - 1.900 ₺. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 1.700 ₺ - 2.600 ₺ and takes 18h 52m.

Where does the Ankara to Bitlis bus arrive?

Ankara to Bitlis bus services, operated by Kamil Koc, arrive at Bitlis bus station.

Can I drive from Ankara to Bitlis?

Yes, the driving distance between Ankara to Bitlis is 1026 km. It takes approximately 14h 15m to drive from Ankara to Bitlis.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ankara to Bitlis?

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Where can I stay near Bitlis?

There are three+ hotels available in Bitlis.

Ankara to Bitlis - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Ankara to Bitlis by plane, taxi, bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Batman, taxi
best
1. Fly from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Batman (BAL)ESB - BAL
2. Take the taxi from Batman (BAL) to Bitlis
4h 53m
₺6,950–18,850
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ankara bus station to Bitlis bus stationFlixBus KK0122B / ...
16h
₺1,300–1,900
Train
1. Take the train from Ankara to SivasYht
2. Take the train from Sivas to RahovaVan Gölü Ekspresi
18h 52m
₺1,706–2,590
Drive 1,025.7 km
1. Drive from Ankara to Bitlis1,025.7 km
14h 15m
₺5,109–7,380
Fly to Muş Airport, bus
1. Fly from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Muş Airport (MSR)ESB - MSR
2. Take the bus from Muş bus station to Bitlis bus station
5h 33m
₺3,440–13,930
Fly to Van Ferit Melen Airport, bus
1. Fly from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Van Ferit Melen Airport (VAN)ESB - VAN
2. Take the bus from Van bus station to Bitlis bus station
7h 14m
₺4,110–16,800
Fly to Siirt Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Siirt Airport (SXZ)ESB - SXZ
2. Take the taxi from Siirt Airport (SXZ) to Bitlis
4h 33m
₺5,150–15,950

Ankara to Bitlis by bus

14Weekly Buses

16hAverage Duration

₺1,300Cheapest Price

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Distance: 907 km
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Ankara, Turkey and Bitlis, Turkey?

Kamil Koc operates a bus from Ankara bus station to Bitlis bus station twice daily. Tickets cost ₺1,300–1,900 and the journey takes 16h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ankara to Bitlis via Sivas and Rahova in around 18h 52m.

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