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.
A closer look at the train journey
What follows describes one route in our records. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Estimated fare
- €39
- Total journey
- 4h 15m
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.
Our estimate, not a fare we saw · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1Istanbul to Ankara
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.4h 15mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Istanbul to Ankara
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş. runs 17 scheduled departures a day, the first at 05:30 and the last at 22:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş. | 17 | 05:30 | 22:00 |
All departures
- 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.
Train facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the train only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Train operators
- TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.
- Timetable
- First train at 05:30, last at 22:00, 17 a day with TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş..
- Good to know
- Direct train, no change on the way.
Before you travel
Which station?
The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €25Checked Nov 5 | 1h 05mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €18Omio catalogue, Nov 8 | 6h 20mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€25Checked Nov 51h 05m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€18Omio catalogue, Nov 86h 20m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
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 Sun, Nov 8
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?
Our estimate for this route is around €39. We have not seen it as a fare, so check the price for your date.
Who runs the train from Istanbul to Ankara?
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş. runs this train.
Is the train or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 05m. It is cheaper too, at €25.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Istanbul Ankara train
- Istanbul to Ankara by train
- train ticket Istanbul to Ankara
- how long is the train from Istanbul to Ankara