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

The cheapest way to get from Ankara to Constantinople is to train which costs 650 ₺ - 1.100 ₺ and takes 4h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ankara to Constantinople is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs 2.200 ₺ - 3.200 ₺.

Is there a direct train between Ankara and Constantinople?

No, there is no direct train from Ankara to Constantinople. However, there are services departing from Ankara and arriving at Sirkeci via Söğütlüçeşme. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Ankara to Constantinople?

The distance between Ankara and Constantinople is 540 km. The road distance is 441.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ankara to Constantinople without a car is to train via Istanbul which takes 4h 40m and costs 650 ₺ - 1.100 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Ankara to Constantinople, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ankara to Constantinople train from?

Ankara to Constantinople train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Ankara station.

Train, bus or fly from Ankara to Constantinople?

The best way to get from Ankara to Constantinople is to train via Istanbul which takes 4h 40m and costs 650 ₺ - 1.100 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 800 ₺ - 1.100 ₺ and takes 7h 26m, you could also fly, which costs 10.000 ₺ - 12.000 ₺ and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Ankara to Constantinople train arrive?

Ankara to Constantinople train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Istanbul station.

Can I drive from Ankara to Constantinople?

Yes, the driving distance between Ankara to Constantinople is 441 km. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Ankara to Constantinople.

Where can I stay near Constantinople?

There are 4522+ hotels available in Constantinople.

Ankara to Constantinople - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Ankara to Constantinople by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train via Istanbul
best
1. Take the train from Ankara to IstanbulHst / ...
4h 40m
₺682–1,045
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ankara to İstanbul Dudullu
2. Take the bus from Dudullu Otogar to Ayrılık Çeşmesi19Ek
7h 26m
₺809–1,049
Drive 441.1 km
1. Drive from Ankara to Constantinople441.1 km
4h 15m
₺2,197–3,174
Fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
1. Fly from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)ESB - SAW
2. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Ayrılık Çeşmesi
4h 9m
Train
1. Take the train from Ankara to Istanbul SöğütlüçeşmeYht / ...
4h 46m
₺692–1,061
Fly to Istanbul
1. Fly from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Istanbul (IST)ESB - IST
4h 49m
₺10,720–11,870

Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) flights

105Weekly Planes

1h 7mAverage Duration

₺1,096Cheapest Price

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Distance: 540.4 km
Duration: 4h 40m

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

Turkish Railways (TCDD) operates a train from Ankara to Istanbul every 3 hours. Tickets cost ₺650–1,100 and the journey takes 4h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Güvenpark to Sirkeci via Aştİ, Ankara, İstanbul Dudullu, Dudullu Otogar, Ayrılık Çeşmesi, and Ayrilikcesme in around 7h 26m.

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