Buses from Ankara to Istanbul

Buses from Ankara to Istanbul

Ankara
Istanbul
Mon, Jun 3
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$9
 
 
$25

Other Options

Ankara to Istanbul Bus Schedule

Ankara to Istanbul Bus Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Nigde Inan Standard 2X1 00:30 - 07:30TRY 489
Sivas Huzur Turizm Standard 2X1 02:15 - 10:15TRY 460
Suha Turizm Standard 2X1 04:00 - 13:00TRY 403
Yeni Diyarbakir Seyahat Standard 2X1 06:00 - 14:00TRY 288
Pegasus Airlines Economy #PC266309:15 - 10:20TRY 1,219
Turkish Airlines Economy #TK724110:00 - 11:00TRY 926
Es Turizm Standard 2X1 13:30 - 22:30TRY 380
Turkish Airlines Economy #TK211914:05 - 15:25TRY 2,085
Nigde Aydogan Standard 2X1 16:00 - 23:00TRY 690
Valuair Economy #VF301118:00 - 19:05TRY 1,035
Gokbey Seyahat Standard 2X1 21:45 - 04:45TRY 345
Elazig Hazar Turizm Standard 2X1 23:57 - 08:57TRY 518

Transportation from Ankara to Istanbul

Facts about the bus from Ankara to Istanbul

Cheapest Bus$9
Fastest Bus5h
Earliest Bus12:00 AM
Latest Bus11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes264
Distance465 kilometers
Bus CompaniesAk Turizm, Ali Osman Ulusoy, As Adana, Ben Turizm, Can Diyarbakir, Deveci Nazar Turizm, Divrigi Nazar Turizm, Elazig Hazar Turizm, Elazig Murat Turizm, Es Turizm, Has Diyarbakir, Hatay Nur Seyahat, Istanbul Seyahat, Kale Seyahat, Lider Elbistan, Lider Istanbul, Lider Vip Travel, Luks Afsinlilar Seyahat, Luks Mersin Turizm, Mardin Seyahat, Mersin Nur Turizm, Nigde Inan, Nigde Vip Turizm, Nilufer Turizm, Oncu Seyahat, Oz Diyarbakir, Oz Elaziglilar Seyahat, Oz Ercis, Oz Gularas, Oz Sivas Turizm, Ozlem Cizre Nuh, Ozlem Mardin VIF, RH Turizm, Sanal Kirsehir, Sec Turizm, Selcuk Canlar Turizm, Star Diyarbakir, Suha Turizm, Varan Turizm, Yeni Diyarbakir Seyahat, Yeni Sivas Turizm, Yukseller Aksaray Birlik

Ankara to Istanbul Destination Reviews

SK
The bus arrived almost 3 hours behind schedule.
Bus Standard 2X1, Astor Seyahat, Oct 1, 2022
DD
Not on schedule departured and arrival as the information. We should arrived at least 2pm but we arrived at 6pm. The officer cant speak english
Bus Standard 2X1, Ozel Diyarbakir, May 27, 2022
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How to get from Ankara to Istanbul by Bus

Taking a bus to get from Ankara to Istanbul is a safe, comfortable and less expensive alternative for traveling this route. To popular destinations, bus companies operate multiple trips per day, often round the clock at 30-60 minute intervals. To less traveled destinations, there may be only 1 scheduled trip a day. The most common bus types are non-air-conditioned, air-conditioned, and premium buses.

It is best to reserve your tickets at least a few days ahead of your travel date. Check our list of bus companies available for online booking offering Ankara to Istanbul tickets. When traveling on weekends and holidays it is recommended to reserve tickets much earlier due to higher numbers of travelers, both vacation-makers and urban workers returning home to their provincial home.

How far is it from Ankara to Istanbul?

Traveling by bus, the distance from Ankara to Istanbul depends on the route taken. Most bus companies travel via expressways or tollways. This may not necessarily be the shortest route but it is the fastest one as normally there is less traffic and no traffic lights.

To get to certain island destinations which are not connected to the mainland by a bridge, buses board large car ferries. Passengers are usually asked to get off the bus, but there is no need to take your luggage from the bus. The travel distance from port to port is added to the total distance.

How long does it take to get from Ankara to Istanbul by Bus?

The estimate travel time from Ankara to Istanbul is about 5h. Note that traveling by bus is slower compared to driving your own car or getting a taxi. Depending on the departure time congestion between Ankara and Istanbul may differ greatly There is usually more traffic between morning until afternoon during weekdays than during weekends.

Another important factor that may affect travel time is the type of bus. Premium or VIP buses are usually faster as they use motorways and call to fewer bus stations (if any) en route. Buses normally make short 10-30-minute breaks after a few hours of continuous travel to allow passengers use bathrooms, stock up on munchies and let bus attendants and the driver have rest.

Some premium buses have onboard toilets and the second driver. Nevertheless, usually they still make en route stops for a quick lunch or fuel refill.

How much does it cost to get from Ankara to Istanbul by Bus?

The ticket price from Ankara to Istanbul can vary depending on the type of buses you choose. For a less expensive ticket consider non-air-conditioned or ordinary buses. Premium or luxury buses are more expensive but you can expect more comfort and some additional services like phone charging ports, personal entertainment system screens and toilets.

Ankara to Istanbul timetable

To help you plan your trip, here is the Ankara to Istanbul timetable of bus departure and arrival times.

Best Rated Companies for this Route

Bus companies differ a lot in quality and service they provide. When choosing a bus company for you travels, do some basic research before you buy your tickets.

Safety is one of the most important aspects to consider. We also recommend you checking reviews on overall service quality of the bus companies serving this route.

Our service only partners with reliable and trustworthy bus companies. We do our best to provide your a choice of the best operators available on each route.