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

The cheapest way to get from Instabul to Ankara is to train which costs 650 ₺ - 1.200 ₺ and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Instabul to Ankara is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs 2.200 ₺ - 3.400 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Instabul and Ankara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Istanbul Otogari and arriving at Ankara. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Instabul and Ankara?

No, there is no direct train from Instabul to Ankara. However, there are services departing from Esenler Otogar and arriving at Ankara via Yenikapi and Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Instabul to Ankara?

The distance between Instabul and Ankara is 560 km. The road distance is 450.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Instabul to Ankara without a car is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs 650 ₺ - 1.200 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Instabul to Ankara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Instabul to Ankara bus from?

Instabul to Ankara bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, depart from Istanbul Otogari station.

Where do I catch the Instabul to Ankara train from?

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

Train or bus from Instabul to Ankara?

The best way to get from Instabul to Ankara is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs 650 ₺ - 1.200 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 650 ₺ - 950 ₺ and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Instabul to Ankara bus arrive?

Instabul to Ankara bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, arrive at Ankara station.

What is the time difference between Instabul and Ankara?

Ankara is 2h ahead of Instabul. It is currently 5:37 PM in Instabul and 7:37 PM in Ankara.

Where does the Instabul to Ankara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Instabul to Ankara?

Yes, the driving distance between Instabul to Ankara is 450 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Instabul to Ankara.

Where can I stay near Ankara?

There are 261+ hotels available in Ankara.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Instabul to Ankara 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
best
1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Ankaratrain Yht / ...
5h 54m
₺665–1,123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Ankarabus
6h 17m
₺650–911
Drive 450.4 km
1. Drive from Instabul to Ankaracar 450.4 km
4h 22m
₺2,294–3,313
Metro, train, Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Esenler Otogar to Yenikapitrain
2. Take the train from Yenikapi to Ayrilikcesmetrain
3. Take the train from Ayrılık Çeşmesi to Sabiha Gokcen Airporttrain
4. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB)plane SAW - ESB
4h 33m
Bus via İstanbul Dudullu bus station
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to İstanbul Dudullu bus stationbus FlixBus KK3429 / ...
2. Take the bus from İstanbul Dudullu bus station to Ankara bus stationbus FlixBus KK0606 / ...
7h 21m
₺827–1,208
Metro, Metro to Istanbul, fly
1. Take the train from Esenler Otogar to Yenikapitrain
2. Take the train from Yenikapi to Gayrettepetrain
3. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB)plane IST - ESB
4h 25m

Instabul to Ankara by bus

108Weekly Buses

7h 21mAverage Duration

₺827Cheapest Price

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Distance: 560.1 km
Duration: 5h 54m

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

Turkish Railways (TCDD) operates a train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Ankara hourly. Tickets cost ₺650–1,100 and the journey takes 4h 29m. Alternatively, Metro Turizm operates a bus from Istanbul Otogari to Ankara every 2 hours. Tickets cost ₺650–911 and the journey takes 6h 17m.

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