How to Get from Ankara to Rize
Ankara to Rize is 690 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 1h 30m by plane. The trip takes 13h 30m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Ankara to Rize by price and travel time (route calculated on 9 November 2026).
- 10 bus departures a day with Metro Turizm
- First bus at 02:00, last at 20:00
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 Rize. The most useful door-to-door route takes 13h 30m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 690 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
690 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €47Checked Nov 6 | 1h 30mFastestFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €27Our estimate, not a fare we saw | 13h 30mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€47Checked Nov 61h 30m · Flight onlyFastestSee Flight details
- Bus€27Our estimate, not a fare we saw13h 30m · 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 Rize: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Ankara → Rizebus
Metro Turizm·13h 30m
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 Rize
| Month | Lowest fare seen | Seen on |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | €47 | |
| December 2026 | €47 | |
| January 2027 | €47 |
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 Rize
Metro Turizm runs 10 scheduled departures a day, the first at 02:00 and the last at 20:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro Turizmbus | 10 | 02:00 | 20:00 |
| Kamil Koçbus | 7 | 01:30 | 23:59 |
| FlixBusbus | · | 11:00 | 17:30 |
All departures Metro Turizm
- 02:00
- 02:15
- 04:30
- 05:30
- 06:30
- 07:30
- 08:30
- 09:00
- 18:00
- 20:00
All departures Kamil Koç
- 01:30
- 02:45
- 14:30
- 17:30
- 20:00
- 22:00
- 23:59
All departures FlixBus
- 11:00
- 13:00
- 14:30
- 15:01
- 16:00
- 17:30
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
Operators Seen on These Journeys
Metro TurizmAnkara-RizeBook →
AJetAnkara Esenboğa Airport-Trabzon AirportSee live options and dates →
FlixBusTrabzon Airport-Rize–Artvin AirportBook →On this route you travel with Metro Turizm, AJet, FlixBus.
How the Trip from Ankara to Rize Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 9 November 2026. Start with a Metro Turizm bus from Ankara to Rize, about 13h 30m. In total it's roughly €27 over 13h 30m, direct, no transfers.
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Ankara to Rize: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Ankara to Rize?
Routavio's route check on 9 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 13h 30m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Ankara to Rize?
The first bus with Metro Turizm leaves at 02:00 and the last at 20:00, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Ankara to Rize?
Routavio's timetable check shows 10 bus departures a day with Metro Turizm, between 02:00 and 20:00.
How far is Rize from Ankara?
About 690 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Ankara to Rize cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €27. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Ankara to Rize?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with Metro Turizm, AJet, FlixBus.
Can you get from Ankara to Rize without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 13h 30m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Ankara to Rize?
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.
Where to Next
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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. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: Metro Turizm, AJet, FlixBus
Route calculated: 9 Nov 2026