How to Get from Istanbul to Ankara
Istanbul to Ankara is 355 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 1h 05m by plane. The trip takes 4h 15m by train.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Istanbul to Ankara by price and travel time (route calculated on 8 November 2026).
- 17 train departures a day with TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.
- First train at 05:30, 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 Istanbul to Ankara. The most useful door-to-door route takes 4h 15m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 355 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
355 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €25Checked Nov 5 | 1h 05mFastestFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €39Our estimate, not a fare we saw | 4h 15mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €18Lowest seenOmio catalogue, Nov 9 | 6h 20mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€25Checked Nov 51h 05m · Flight onlyFastestSee Flight details
- Train€39Our estimate, not a fare we saw4h 15m · directSee Train details
- Bus€18Lowest seenOmio catalogue, Nov 96h 20m · 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.
Istanbul to Ankara: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1İstanbul Dudullu → Ankarabus
Metro Turizm·4h 15m
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.
- Tue, Nov 10around €16
- Wed, Nov 11around €16
- Thu, Nov 12around €16
- Fri, Nov 13around €16
- Sat, Nov 14around €16
- Sun, Nov 15around €16
- Mon, Nov 16around €16
- Tue, Nov 17around €16
- Wed, Nov 18around €16
- Thu, Nov 19around €16
- Fri, Nov 20around €16
- Sat, Nov 21around €16
- Sun, Nov 22around €16
- Mon, Nov 23around €16
- Thu, Dec 3around €16
- Fri, Dec 4around €16
- Sat, Dec 5around €16
- Sun, Dec 6around €16
- Mon, Dec 7around €16
- Tue, Dec 8around €16
Cheapest Flight Fare by Month, Istanbul to Ankara
| Month | Lowest fare seen | Seen on |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | €25 | |
| December 2026 | €26 | |
| January 2027 | €25 |
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 Istanbul to Ankara
FlixBus publishes departures from 00:15 to 23:59.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | · | 00:15 | 23:59 |
| Kamil Koçbus | 46 | 00:20 | 23:50 |
| Varan Turizm, Yeni Sivas Turizm, Villa Seyahatbus | 24 | 00:20 | 18:00 |
| TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.train | 17 | 05:30 | 22:00 |
| Metro Turizmbus | · | · | · |
All departures FlixBus
- 00:15
- 00:45
- 01:00
- 01:15
- 01:45
- 02:00
- 02:45
- 03:15
- 03:45
- 04:30
- 05:00
- 05:15
- 05:45
- 06:15
- 06:30
- 06:45
- 07:00
- 07:45
- 08:00
- 08:15
- 08:45
- 09:45
- 10:00
- 10:45
- 11:15
- 11:45
- 12:00
- 12:15
- 12:45
- 13:00
- 13:30
- 13:45
- 14:00
- 14:30
- 15:15
- 15:40
- 15:45
- 15:46
- 16:20
- 16:45
- 16:55
- 17:00
- 17:01
- 17:30
- 18:00
- 18:40
- 18:45
- 18:46
- 19:20
- 19:45
- 20:00
- 20:01
- 20:45
- 20:50
- 21:00
- 21:15
- 21:45
- 21:46
- 22:00
- 22:15
- 22:30
- 22:45
- 23:00
- 23:30
- 23:45
- 23:50
- 23:59
All departures Kamil Koç
- 00:20
- 01:20
- 01:50
- 02:20
- 03:50
- 04:20
- 04:50
- 05:20
- 06:20
- 06:50
- 07:20
- 08:20
- 09:15
- 09:20
- 09:50
- 10:20
- 10:50
- 11:20
- 11:35
- 12:20
- 12:35
- 13:15
- 13:50
- 14:15
- 14:20
- 14:21
- 14:55
- 15:20
- 15:35
- 17:15
- 17:20
- 17:21
- 17:25
- 17:55
- 18:20
- 19:20
- 19:50
- 20:20
- 20:21
- 20:25
- 20:50
- 21:20
- 22:20
- 22:50
- 23:20
- 23:50
All departures Varan Turizm, Yeni Sivas Turizm, Villa Seyahat
- 00:20
- 01:00
- 01:20
- 01:30
- 01:50
- 02:30
- 02:50
- 05:30
- 05:50
- 07:00
- 07:20
- 08:00
- 08:20
- 10:00
- 10:20
- 12:30
- 12:50
- 14:00
- 14:20
- 15:30
- 15:50
- 17:00
- 17:20
- 18:00
All departures TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.
- 05:30
- 06:30
- 07:35
- 08:40
- 09:00
- 11:10
- 11:50
- 12:20
- 13:05
- 14:35
- 15:40
- 16:15
- 18:20
- 18:55
- 19:40
- 20:24
- 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 20m€18Book
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 9.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
Metro Turizmİstanbul Dudullu-AnkaraBook →
AJetSabiha Gökçen Airport-Ankara Esenboğa AirportSee live options and dates →
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.Istanbul-AnkaraBook →On this route you travel with Metro Turizm, AJet, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş..
How the Trip from Istanbul to Ankara Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 8 November 2026. Start with a Metro Turizm bus from İstanbul Dudullu to Ankara, about 4h 15m. In total it's roughly €16 over 4h 15m, direct, no transfers.
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Istanbul to Ankara: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Ankara?
Routavio's route check on 8 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 4h 15m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Istanbul to Ankara?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 00:15 and the last at 23:59, from İstanbul Dudullu, according to the published timetable.
Which station does the bus from Istanbul to Ankara leave from?
İstanbul Dudullu with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
When is the first train from Istanbul to Ankara?
The first train with TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş. leaves at 05:30 and the last at 22:00, according to the published timetable.
How many train departures a day are there from Istanbul to Ankara?
Routavio's timetable check shows 17 train departures a day with TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş., between 05:30 and 22:00.
How far is Ankara from Istanbul?
About 355 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Ankara cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €16. 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 Istanbul to Ankara?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with Metro Turizm, AJet, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş..
Can you get from Istanbul to Ankara without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 4h 15m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Ankara?
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, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.
Route calculated: 8 Nov 2026