Ankara to Istanbul

Ankara to Istanbul

Ankara
Istanbul
Mon, May 20
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$8
 
 
$556

Other Options

Ankara to Istanbul Schedule

Ankara to Istanbul Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Star Diyarbakir Standard 2X1 01:00 - 09:00TRY 207
Oz Ercis Standard 2X1 03:45 - 09:45TRY 575
Villa Seyahat Standard 2X1 05:30 - 13:30TRY 403
Villa Seyahat Standard 2X1 06:30 - 15:30TRY 460
Kale Seyahat Standard 2X1 09:00 - 17:00TRY 309
Yeni Diyarbakir Seyahat Standard 2X2 10:30 - 18:30TRY 173
Ozkaymak Standard 2X2 13:00 - 19:00TRY 403
Turkish Airlines Economy #TK211914:05 - 15:25TRY 2,083
Nigde Aydogan Standard 2X1 16:00 - 22:00TRY 690
FlixBus Economy 18:00 - 23:00TRY 375
FlixBus Economy 21:30 - 04:20TRY 375
Kale Seyahat Standard 2X1 23:59 - 07:59TRY 309

Transportation from Ankara to Istanbul

Facts about the transport from Ankara to Istanbul

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure12:14 凌晨
Latest Departure11:59 晚上
Departures per day285
Distance465 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAdiyaman Anka, Adiyaman Unal Turizm, Ak Turizm, Ali Osman Ulusoy, As Adana, Ben Turizm, Can Diyarbakir, Daytrip, Divrigi Nazar Turizm, Elazig Hazar Turizm, Elazig Murat Turizm, Es Turizm, Has Diyarbakir, Hatay CSR, Hatay Nur Seyahat, Istanbul Seyahat, Kale Seyahat, Lider Elbistan, Lider Vip Travel, Luks Afsinlilar Seyahat, Luks Mersin Turizm, Malatya Kayisikent, Mardin Seyahat, Mersin Nur Turizm, Nigde Inan, Nilufer Turizm, Oncu Seyahat, Oz Diyarbakir, Oz Elaziglilar Seyahat, Oz Ercis, Oz Gularas, Oz Sivas Turizm, Ozlem Batman, Ozlem Cizre Nuh, Ozlem Mardin VIF, Pegasus Airlines, RH Turizm, Sanal Kirsehir, Sec Turizm, Selcuk Canlar Turizm, Turkish Airlines, Valuair, 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
AA
Good service's and excellent time
flight Economy, Turkish Airlines, Feb 25, 2022
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How to get from Ankara to Istanbul

When you want to get from Ankara to Istanbul, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 555.17. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 7.86.

How far is Ankara from Istanbul?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Ankara to Istanbul. Your trip will be a total of 289 miles (465 km). The flying distance is 289 miles (465 km).

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

The travel time from Ankara to Istanbul can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 9 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Ankara to Istanbul varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Yeni Diyarbakir Seyahat: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 7.86 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 555.17.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Ankara to Istanbul:

  • Bus tickets - USD 7.86 to USD 25.02;
  • Plane tickets - USD 35.65 to USD 104.71;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 324.56 to USD 555.18.

How many trips per day are there between Ankara and Istanbul?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 00:14 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:59. There are 260 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Ankara to Istanbul depart during the day - there are approximately 19 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Ankara to Istanbul any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Ankara to Istanbul. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 35.65.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Ankara to Istanbul

Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Valuair

Buses

Taking a bus from Ankara to Istanbul is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Ankara to Istanbul. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 324.56.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Ankara to Istanbul

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Ankara to Istanbul? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 84% decided to go for a bus.
  • 16% users took a plane.