How to get from Ankara to Split
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
29h 35m
3 transfers
Bus + Flight
€436
Cheapest
37h 45m
3 transfers
Bus
€132
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 21 Sep 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Ankara to Split. The most useful door-to-door route takes 37h 45m by bus, 3 transfers. The two cities are about 1420 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €95, on Mon, Sep 7.
1420 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €436Checked Sep 20 | 29h 35m3 transfers | See Flight details |
| Bus | €132Reading date not recorded | 37h 45m3 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€436Checked Sep 2029h 35m · 3 transfersSee Flight details
- Bus€132Reading date not recorded37h 45m · 3 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ankara to Split: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Ankara → İstanbul Esenler Otogarıbus
FlixBus·6h 45m - 2İstanbul Esenler Otogarı → SofiabusFlixBus·8h 30m
- 3Sofia → ZagrebbusFlixBus·12h 40m
- 4Zagreb → SplitbusFlixBus·5h
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
All transport observations
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Ankara to Split
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€111October 2026
€96Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusAnkara-İstanbul Esenler Otogarı, İstanbul Esenler Otogarı-Sofia, Sofia-Zagreb, Zagreb-Split, Ankara-İstanbul Alibeyköy, Venice-SplitBook →
Turkish AirlinesIstanbul Airport-Venice Marco PoloSee live options and dates →
Havaist + Metroİstanbul Alibeyköy-Istanbul AirportBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, Turkish Airlines, Havaist + Metro; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Ankara to Split works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Ankara to İstanbul Esenler, about 6h 45m. Transfer in İstanbul Esenler and continue by FlixBus bus on to Sofia (8h 30m). Transfer in Sofia and continue by FlixBus bus on to Zagreb (12h 40m). Transfer in Zagreb and continue by FlixBus bus on to Split (5h). In total it's roughly €132 over 37h 45m, 3 transfers.
Ankara to Split: common questions
How long does it take to get from Ankara to Split?
The most useful route takes about 37h 45m by bus, 3 transfers.
How far is Split from Ankara?
About 1420 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Ankara to Split cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €120 to €132. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Which operators run Ankara to Split?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, Turkish Airlines, Havaist + Metro.
Can you get from Ankara to Split without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 37h 45m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Ankara to Split?
Usually 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: FlixBus
Route calculated: 21 Sep 2026