How to Get from Ankara to Istanbul
Ankara to Istanbul is 355 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 1h 15m by plane. The trip takes 4h 16m by train.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Ankara to Istanbul by price and travel time (route calculated on 8 November 2026).
- 17 train departures a day with TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.
- First train at 05:55, last at 22:00
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Ankara to Istanbul. The most useful door-to-door route takes 6h 09m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 355 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on November 1, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
355 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €25Checked Nov 5 | 1h 15mFastestFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €39Our estimate, not a fare we saw | 4h 16mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €16Older observation | 6h 09mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€25Checked Nov 51h 15m · Flight onlyFastestSee Flight details
- Train€39Our estimate, not a fare we saw4h 16m · directSee Train details
- Bus€16Older observation6h 09m · directSee Bus details
These figures come from different days, and some are our estimates. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ankara to Istanbul: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Ankara → İstanbul Dudullubus
Kamil Koç·6h 09m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Cheapest Flight Fare by Month, Ankara to Istanbul
| Month | Lowest fare seen | Seen on |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | €25 | |
| December 2026 | €26 | |
| January 2027 | €26 |
The lowest fare Routavio has seen for each departure month, with the day it was seen. Fares change, so check the price when you search.
Departures from Ankara to Istanbul
FlixBus publishes departures from 00:00 to 23:59.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | · | 00:00 | 23:59 |
| Kamil Koçbus | 46 | 00:00 | 23:59 |
| Yukseller Aksaray Birlik, Ozlem Mardin VIF, Cizre Itimatbus | 24 | 00:10 | 06:30 |
| TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.train | 17 | 05:55 | 22:00 |
| Metro Turizmbus | · | · | · |
All departures FlixBus
- 00:00
- 00:15
- 01:00
- 01:30
- 01:45
- 02:00
- 02:30
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- 04:01
- 06:00
- 06:30
- 07:00
- 07:01
- 07:30
- 09:00
- 09:30
- 10:00
- 10:30
- 11:00
- 11:30
- 11:35
- 12:00
- 13:00
- 13:30
- 14:00
- 14:30
- 15:00
- 16:00
- 16:30
- 17:00
- 17:30
- 18:00
- 19:00
- 20:00
- 20:30
- 20:59
- 21:15
- 22:00
- 22:01
- 22:30
- 22:45
- 23:00
- 23:15
- 23:30
- 23:59
All departures Kamil Koç
- 00:00
- 00:15
- 01:00
- 01:30
- 01:45
- 02:00
- 02:30
- 03:00
- 04:00
- 04:01
- 06:00
- 06:30
- 07:00
- 07:01
- 07:30
- 09:00
- 09:30
- 10:00
- 10:30
- 11:00
- 11:30
- 11:35
- 12:00
- 13:00
- 13:30
- 14:00
- 14:30
- 15:00
- 16:00
- 16:30
- 17:00
- 17:30
- 18:00
- 19:00
- 20:00
- 20:30
- 20:59
- 21:15
- 22:00
- 22:01
- 22:30
- 22:45
- 23:00
- 23:15
- 23:30
- 23:59
All departures Yukseller Aksaray Birlik, Ozlem Mardin VIF, Cizre Itimat
- 00:10
- 00:15
- 00:30
- 00:45
- 00:59
- 01:00
- 01:15
- 01:20
- 01:30
- 01:35
- 02:00
- 02:15
- 02:30
- 03:00
- 03:30
- 03:45
- 04:27
- 04:29
- 04:30
- 05:00
- 05:30
- 06:00
- 06:29
- 06:30
All departures TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.
- 05:55
- 06:25
- 07:35
- 08:40
- 09:20
- 10:50
- 12:05
- 12:35
- 14:25
- 15:15
- 15:44
- 16:55
- 17:25
- 18:30
- 19:50
- 21:00
- 22:00
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at 12Go.
- Bus· 6h 25m€19Book
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 9.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
Kamil KoçAnkara-İstanbul DudulluBook →
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.Ankara-IstanbulBook →
AJetAnkara Esenboğa Airport-Sabiha Gökçen AirportSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with Kamil Koç, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş., AJet.
How the Trip from Ankara to Istanbul Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 8 November 2026. Start with a Kamil Koç bus from Ankara to İstanbul Dudullu, about 6h 9m. In total it's roughly €16 over 6h 9m, direct, no transfers.
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Ankara to Istanbul: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Ankara to Istanbul?
Routavio's route check on 8 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 6h 09m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Ankara to Istanbul?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 00:00 and the last at 23:59, according to the published timetable.
When is the first train from Ankara to Istanbul?
The first train with TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş. leaves at 05:55 and the last at 22:00, according to the published timetable.
How many train departures a day are there from Ankara to Istanbul?
Routavio's timetable check shows 17 train departures a day with TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş., between 05:55 and 22:00.
How far is Istanbul from Ankara?
About 355 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Ankara to Istanbul cost?
Routavio's price check on 1 November 2026 puts the route we recommend at €16. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Ankara to Istanbul?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with Kamil Koç, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş., AJet.
Can you get from Ankara to Istanbul without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 6h 09m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Ankara to Istanbul?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Kamil Koç, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş., AJet
Route calculated: 8 Nov 2026
Prices checked: 1 Nov 2026