Istanbul to Ankara by train
Travelling from Istanbul to Ankara by train takes about 4h 15m, run by TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 05m. The train is still the cheapest.
Recommended route
$20
4h 15m·direct
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
- 1trainIstanbul → Ankara
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.
train or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| train | $20 | 4h 15m | direct |
| Recommended | $37 | 1h 05m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Istanbul to Ankara by train: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Ankara take by train?
About 4h 15m, with no transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Istanbul to Ankara?
The best price in our latest check was $20. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Istanbul to Ankara?
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 05m. The train wins on price.
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