Istanbul to Ankara

Istanbul to Ankara

Istanbul
Ankara
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The Operator service from istanbul to ankara really excellent, more than excellent, i'm really happy with my trip. The man really nice and really care to customer full Star for him
Istanbul to Ankara, Bus Standard 2X1, Ses Turizm, Jul 24, 2022
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Istanbul to Ankara Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+4h 51m
$581.41
Bus
As Turizm
Standard 2X1
00:16
08:16
$11.35
Flight
AJet
Economy
00:35
06:10
$98.71
Flight
AJet
Economy
00:55
06:20
$155.84
Bus
Mersin Nur Turizm
Standard 2X1
01:14
09:14
$11.35
Bus
Yeni Aksaray
Standard 2X1
01:30
09:30
$12.92
Bus
Yeni Aksaray
Standard 2X1
01:46
09:46
$12.47
Bus
Villa Seyahat
Standard 2X2
02:02
10:02
$18.17
Bus
Lider Vip Travel
Standard 2X1
02:20
09:20
$11.35
Bus
Kale Seyahat
Standard 2X2
02:40
08:40
$14.76
Bus
Varan Turizm
Standard 2X1
03:00
11:00
$20.44
Bus
Isparta Petrol
Standard 2X1
03:16
09:16
$10.22
Bus
Metro Turizm
Standard 2X2
03:35
09:35
$19.30
Bus
Metro Turizm
Standard 2X1
04:00
11:00
$15.90
Bus
Metro Turizm
Standard 2X1
04:20
12:20
$19.30
Bus
Varan Turizm
Standard 2X1
04:50
13:50
$18.17
Flight
Ajet
Economy
05:10
06:15
$26.78
Flight
Ajet
Economy
05:30
06:35
$37.84
Flight
Ajet
Economy
05:50
06:55
$37.84
Flight
Pegasus Airlines
Economy
06:10
07:15
$32.14

How to get from Istanbul to Ankara

When you want to get from Istanbul to Ankara, 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 Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 163.07. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 11.75.

How far is Istanbul from Ankara?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Istanbul to Ankara. Your trip will be a total of 529 miles (851 km). The flying distance is 529 miles (851 km).

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

The travel time from Istanbul to Ankara can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 15 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Istanbul to Ankara varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Adiyaman Anka: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 11.75 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 163.07.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 11.76 to USD 23.50;
  • Plane tickets - USD 19.07 to USD 163.07;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 375.37 to USD 534.46.

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 00:05 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:59. There are 301 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Istanbul to Ankara depart during the day - there are approximately 63 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Istanbul to Ankara. 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 19.07.

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 Istanbul to Ankara

AJet, Ajet, Pegasus Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Istanbul to Ankara 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 Istanbul to Ankara. 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 375.37.

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 Istanbul to Ankara

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Istanbul to Ankara? 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:

  • 90% decided to go for a bus.
  • 10% users took a plane.

Transportation from Istanbul to Ankara

Facts about the transport from Istanbul to Ankara

Cheapest Transport$12
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure12:05 AM
Latest Departure11:59 PM
Departures per day364
Distance851 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAdiyaman Anka, Adiyaman Unal Turizm, Ajet, AJet, Ali Osman Ulusoy, Astor Seyahat, Ben Turizm, Best Van, Can Diyarbakir, Cayiragasi Vip, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Divrigi Nazar Turizm, Ede Turizm, Elazig Hazar Turizm, Elazig Murat Turizm, Es Turizm, Hatay CSR, Hatay Nur Seyahat, Istanbul Seyahat, Koksallar Seyahat, Lider Elbistan, Lider Vip Travel, Luks Afsinlilar Seyahat, Luks Kahramanmaras Turizm, Luks Mersin Turizm, Malatya Kayisikent, Malatya Medine, Mardin Seyahat, Metro Turizm, Midyat Guneydogu Seyahat, My Cab, Nigde Inan, Oncu Seyahat, Oz Ercis, Oz Gularas, Ozlem Cizre Nuh, Ozlem Mardin VIF, Pegasus Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Sanal Kirsehir, Selcuk Canlar Turizm, Turkish Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Vangolu Turizm, Varan Turizm, Vip Malatyalilar Turizm, Yeni Aksaray, Yeni Baris Turizm, Yeni Diyarbakir Seyahat, Yeni Sivas Turizm