Istanbul to Ankara by ferry
Travelling from Istanbul to Ankara by ferry takes about 9h 30m, run by İDO, FlixBus. The fastest option on this route is flight, bus, at 9h 25m.
Recent best price
$52
9h 30m·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
- 1ferryIstanbul → Bursa
İDO - 2busBursa → Ankara
FlixBus
ferry or flight, bus?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| ferry | $52 | 9h 30m | 1 transfer |
| Recommended | $60 | 9h 25m | 1 transfer |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Istanbul to Ankara by ferry: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Ankara take by ferry?
About 9h 30m, 1 transfer.
How much is a ferry ticket from Istanbul to Ankara?
The best price in our latest check was €46. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the ferry from Istanbul to Ankara?
İDO, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the ferry or the flight, bus better?
The flight, bus is faster at 9h 25m. The ferry wins on schedule and comfort.
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