What is the cheapest way to get from Ankara to Skopje?

The cheapest way to get from Ankara to Skopje is to train and bus via Sofia which costs $40 - $65 and takes 25h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ankara to Skopje?

The fastest way to get from Ankara to Skopje is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $100 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Ankara and Skopje?

No, there is no direct bus from Ankara to Skopje. However, there are services departing from Ankara and arriving at Skopje, Transporten Centar via Istanbul. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 36m.

How far is it from Ankara to Skopje?

The distance between Ankara and Skopje is 1027 km. The road distance is 1182.3 km.

How do I travel from Ankara to Skopje without a car?

The best way to get from Ankara to Skopje without a car is to train and bus which takes 19h 1m and costs $35 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Ankara to Skopje?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Ankara to Skopje, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ankara to Skopje bus from?

Ankara to Skopje bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, depart from Ankara station.

Bus or fly from Ankara to Skopje?

The best way to get from Ankara to Skopje is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $100 - $310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $85 and takes 20h 36m.

Where does the Ankara to Skopje bus arrive?

Ankara to Skopje bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, arrive at Istanbul Otogari station.

What is the time difference between Ankara and Skopje?

Skopje is 2h behind Ankara. It is currently 12:00 AM in Ankara and 10:00 PM in Skopje.

Can I drive from Ankara to Skopje?

Yes, the driving distance between Ankara to Skopje is 1182 km. It takes approximately 12h 19m to drive from Ankara to Skopje.

Where can I stay near Skopje?

There are 1857+ hotels available in Skopje.

Ankara to Skopje - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Skopje International Airport (SKP)plane ESB - SKP
4h 59m
$103–308
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ankara Gar to Istanbul(Pendik)train Hst / ...
2. Take the bus from Istanbul to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
19h 1m
$38–73
Train, bus via Sofia
1. Take the train from Ankara to Halkalitrain Yht
2. Take the train from Halkalı to Sofiatrain
3. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Skopje Nikola Karevbus
25h 17m
$43–60
Drive 1,182.3 km
1. Drive from Ankara to Skopjecar 1,182.3 km
12h 19m
$179–259
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ankara to Istanbul Otogaribus
2. Take the bus from Istanbul to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
20h 36m
$46–83
Bus via Maltepe
1. Take the bus from Ankara to İstanbul Dudullubus
2. Take the bus from Esenler Otogar to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
21h 12m
$65–90
Train, bus via Sofia #2
1. Take the train from Ankara Gar to Istanbul(Pendik)train Hst / ...
2. Take the train from Atalar to Halkalitrain
3. Take the train from Halkalı to Sofiatrain
4. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Skopje Nikola Karevbus
25h 43m
$44–62

Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Skopje International Airport (SKP) flights

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3h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,027.4 km
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Ankara, Turkey and Skopje, North Macedonia?

AJet, Pegasus Airlines, and Turkish Airlines fly from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Skopje International Airport (SKP) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ankara to Skopje, Transporten Centar via Istanbul in around 20h 36m.

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