Ankara to Istanbul by bus
Travelling from Ankara to Istanbul by bus takes about 6h 50m, run by FlixBus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 05m.
Recommended route
$45
6h 50m·1 transfer
Indicative price from a recent search, updated regularly. Confirm the live fare and seats with the provider at checkout. Routavio adds no booking fee.
The journey, step by step
- 1busAnkara → Bursa
FlixBus - 2busBursa → IstanbulFlixBus
bus or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| bus | $45 | 6h 50m | 1 transfer |
| Recommended | $31 | 1h 05m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Ankara to Istanbul by bus: common questions
How long does Ankara to Istanbul take by bus?
About 6h 50m, 1 transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Ankara to Istanbul?
The best price in our latest check was $45. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Ankara to Istanbul?
FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 05m. It is cheaper too, at $31.
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