What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Ankara?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Ankara is to rideshare which costs 549 ₺ and takes 5h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Ankara?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul (State) to Ankara is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs 10.000 ₺ - 13.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul (State) and Ankara?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul (State) to Ankara. However, there are services departing from İskenderpaşa and arriving at Ankara via Istanbul Otogari. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul (State) and Ankara?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul (State) to Ankara. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Ankara via ISTANBUL(Pendik). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Istanbul (State) to Ankara?

The distance between Istanbul (State) and Ankara is 542 km. The road distance is 442.5 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul (State) to Ankara without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul (State) to Ankara without a car is to train via Pendik which takes 5h 28m and costs 600 ₺ - 1.100 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul (State) to Ankara?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Istanbul (State) to Ankara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul (State) to Ankara bus from?

Istanbul (State) to Ankara bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, depart from Istanbul Otogari station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul (State) to Ankara train from?

Istanbul (State) to Ankara train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from ISTANBUL(Pendik) station.

Train, bus or fly from Istanbul (State) to Ankara?

The best way to get from Istanbul (State) to Ankara is to train via Pendik which takes 5h 28m and costs 600 ₺ - 1.100 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus via İstanbul Dudullu bus station, which costs 800 ₺ - 1.300 ₺ and takes 7h 34m, you could also fly, which costs 10.000 ₺ - 13.000 ₺ and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Istanbul (State) to Ankara bus arrive?

Istanbul (State) to Ankara bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, arrive at Ankara station.

Where does the Istanbul (State) to Ankara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Istanbul (State) to Ankara?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul (State) to Ankara is 443 km. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Istanbul (State) to Ankara.

Where can I stay near Ankara?

There are 254+ hotels available in Ankara.

Can I share a ride from Istanbul (State) to Ankara?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Istanbul (State) and Ankara. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Istanbul (State) to Ankara - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

There are 8 ways to get from Istanbul (State) to Ankara by train, bus, rideshare, plane, 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.

Train via Pendik
best
1. Take the train from ISTANBUL(Pendik) to AnkaraHst
5h 28m
₺642–1,065
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from İstanbul to Ankara442.5 km
5h 27m
₺549
Bus via İstanbul Dudullu bus station
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to İstanbul Dudullu bus stationFlixBus KK3429 / ...
2. Take the bus from İstanbul Dudullu bus station to Ankara bus stationFlixBus KK0645 / ...
7h 34m
₺827–1,208
Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Huzurevi to Sabiha Gokcen Airport
2. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB)SAW - ESB
3h 34m
Train
1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to AnkaraYht / ...
5h 31m
₺665–1,123
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Ankara
7h 49m
₺690–990
Drive 442.5 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Ankara442.5 km
4h 14m
₺2,218–3,203
Fly from Istanbul
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB)IST - ESB
4h 9m
₺10,184–12,295

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

105Weekly Planes

1h 2mAverage Duration

₺1,094Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 542.2 km
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Istanbul (State), Turkey and Ankara, Turkey?

Turkish Railways (TCDD) operates a train from ISTANBUL(Pendik) to Ankara every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₺600–1,000 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aksaray to Ankara bus station via Esenler Otogar, İstanbul Esenler bus station, and İstanbul Dudullu bus station in around 7h 34m.

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