What is the cheapest way to get from Ankara bus station to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Ankara bus station to Istanbul is to train which costs 700 ₺ - 1.000 ₺ and takes 6h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ankara bus station to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Ankara bus station to Istanbul is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs 2.400 ₺ - 3.600 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Ankara bus station and Istanbul?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ankara bus station station and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Ankara bus station and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Ankara bus station to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Ankara and arriving at Yenikapi via Söğütlüçeşme. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Ankara bus station to Istanbul?

The distance between Ankara bus station and Istanbul is 510 km. The road distance is 436.8 km.

How do I travel from Ankara bus station to Istanbul without a car?

The best way to get from Ankara bus station to Istanbul without a car is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs 700 ₺ - 1.000 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Ankara bus station to Istanbul?

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Ankara bus station to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ankara bus station to Istanbul bus from?

Ankara bus station to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, depart from Ankara bus station.

Where do I catch the Ankara bus station to Istanbul train from?

Ankara bus station to Istanbul train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Ankara station.

Train or bus from Ankara bus station to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Ankara bus station to Istanbul is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs 700 ₺ - 1.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 650 ₺ - 1.700 ₺ and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Ankara bus station to Istanbul bus arrive?

Ankara bus station to Istanbul bus services, operated by Kamil Koç, arrive at İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Where does the Ankara bus station to Istanbul train arrive?

Ankara bus station to Istanbul train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme station.

Can I drive from Ankara bus station to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Ankara bus station to Istanbul is 437 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Ankara bus station to Istanbul.

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Ankara bus station to Istanbul - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 7 ways to get from Ankara bus station to Istanbul by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ankara to Istanbul Söğütlüçeşmetrain Yht / ...
6h 22m
₺728–1,003
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ankara bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus KK0606 / ...
6h 45m
₺650–1,700
Drive 436.8 km
1. Drive from Ankara bus station to Istanbulcar 436.8 km
4h 8m
₺2,447–3,535
Fly Ankara Esenboğa International Airport to Istanbul, Metro
1. Fly from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Istanbul (IST)plane ESB - IST
2. Take the train from Gayrettepe to Veznecilertrain
4h 33m
₺11,626–13,314
Bus via İstanbul Dudullu bus station
1. Take the bus from Ankara bus station to İstanbul Dudullu bus stationbus FlixBus KK0604 / ...
2. Take the bus from İstanbul Dudullu bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus KK3419 / ...
7h 37m
₺849–1,167
Fly Ankara Esenboğa International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro, train
1. Fly from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane ESB - SAW
2. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Ayrılık Çeşmesitrain
3. Take the train from Ayrilikcesme to Yenikapitrain
4h 50m
₺1,529–4,337
Bus to Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the bus from Ankara bus station to Gülşehir bus stationbus
2. Fly from Nevşehir Kapadokya Airport (NAV) to Istanbul (IST)plane NAV - IST
8h 2m
₺13,048–14,315

Ankara bus station to Istanbul by bus

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Distance: 509.9 km
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Ankara bus station, Turkey and Istanbul, Turkey?

Turkish Railways (TCDD) operates a train from Ankara to Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme hourly. Tickets cost ₺700–1,000 and the journey takes 4h 20m. Alternatively, Kamil Koç operates a bus from Ankara bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus station hourly. Tickets cost ₺650–950 and the journey takes 6h 45m. Eight other operators also service this route.

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