How to get from Ankara to Tehrān by plane, subway, bus, train or car

TCDD's premier high-speed rail service, Yüksek Hızlı Tren, waiting to depart Ankara.

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Economy (2nd) class seats on a CAF-built YHT

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Questions & Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ankara to Tehrān is to Train which costs 130 ₺ - 160 ₺ and takes 2 days 7h.

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

The quickest way to get from Ankara to Tehrān is to drive which costs 2.400 ₺ - 3.600 ₺ and takes 26h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Ankara and Tehrān?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ankara Garı and arriving at Tehran. Services depart once a week, and operate Wednesday. The journey takes approximately 2 days 7h.

What is the distance between Ankara and Tehrān?

The distance between Ankara and Tehrān is 1694 km. The road distance is 2073.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ankara to Tehrān without a car is to bus which takes 43h 56m and costs 540 ₺ - 580 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Ankara to Tehrān, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ankara to Tehrān train from?

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

TCDD's premier high-speed rail service, Yüksek Hızlı Tren, waiting to depart Ankara.

Train or bus from Ankara to Tehrān?

The best way to get from Ankara to Tehrān is to bus which takes 43h 56m and costs 540 ₺ - 580 ₺. Alternatively, you can Train, which costs 130 ₺ - 160 ₺ and takes 2 days 7h.

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How long is the flight from Ankara to Tehrān?

The quickest flight from Ankara Airport to Tehran Imam Khomeini Airport is the direct flight which takes 2h 20m.

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What is the time difference between Ankara and Tehrān?

Tehrān is 30 min ahead of Ankara. It is currently 2:25 AM in Ankara and 2:55 AM in Tehrān.

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Distance: 1693.9 km
Duration: 6h 47m

What companies run services between Ankara, Turkey and Tehrān, Iran?

You can take a bus from Ankara to Tehrān via Istanbul, Aksaray, Beyazit, and Istanbul in around 43h 56m. Alternatively, Turkish Railways (TCDD) operates a train from Ankara Garı to Tehran once a week. Tickets cost $14 - $18 and the journey takes 2 days 7h.

Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Website: turkishairlines.com

Flights from Ankara to Tehran Imam Khomeini

Ave. Duration: 2h 30m
When: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday
Estimated price: $140 - $190

Flights from Ankara to Tehran Imam Khomeini via Sabiha Gokcen

Ave. Duration: 4h 30m
When: Monday and Sunday
Estimated price: $140 - $190

Flights from Ankara to Tehran Imam Khomeini via Istanbul

Ave. Duration: 5h 27m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $140 - $190

Pegasus Airlines

Website: flypgs.com

Flights from Ankara to Tehran Imam Khomeini

Ave. Duration: 2h 25m
When: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Estimated price: $110 - $190

Flights from Ankara to Tehran Imam Khomeini via Sabiha Gokcen

Ave. Duration: 5h 15m
When: Tuesday and Saturday
Estimated price: $110 - $190

Mahan Air

Website: mahan.aero

Flights from Ankara to Tehran Imam Khomeini

Ave. Duration: 2h 20m
When: Wednesday and Sunday
Estimated price: $35 - $260

Train operators

Tehran Urban and Suburban Railway Company (TUSRC)

Website: metrogroup.tehran.ir

Subway from Shahed - Bagher Shahr Station to Saadi Station

Ave. Duration: 37 min
Frequency: Hourly
Schedules at: Tehran Urban and Suburban Railway Company (TUSRC)

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone: +90 444 8 233
Website: tcddtasimacilik.gov.tr

Train from Ankara Garı to Tehran

Ave. Duration: 2 days 7h
Frequency: Once a week
Estimated price: $14 - $18
Website: Turkish Railways (TCDD)

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Economy (2nd) class seats on a CAF-built YHT

Business (1st) class seats on a CAF-designed YHT

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