What is the cheapest way to get from Esenboğa to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Esenboğa to Istanbul is to train which costs 850 ₺ - 1.300 ₺ and takes 6h.

What is the fastest way to get from Esenboğa to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Esenboğa to Istanbul is to fly and Metro which takes 2h 19m and costs 12.000 ₺ - 14.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Esenboğa and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Esenboğa to Istanbul station. However, there are services departing from Ankara Airport and arriving at İstanbul Esenler bus station via Ankara bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Esenboğa and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Esenboğa to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Ankara Gar and arriving at Yenikapi via Pendik. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Esenboğa to Istanbul?

The distance between Esenboğa and Istanbul is 433 km. The road distance is 450.3 km.

How do I travel from Esenboğa to Istanbul without a car?

The best way to get from Esenboğa to Istanbul without a car is to train which takes 6h and costs 850 ₺ - 1.300 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Esenboğa to Istanbul?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Esenboğa to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Esenboğa to Istanbul bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Esenboğa to Istanbul train from?

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

Train or bus from Esenboğa to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Esenboğa to Istanbul is to train which takes 6h and costs 850 ₺ - 1.300 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 800 ₺ - 1.900 ₺ and takes 8h.

Where does the Esenboğa to Istanbul bus arrive?

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

Where does the Esenboğa to Istanbul train arrive?

Esenboğa to Istanbul train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Istanbul(Pendik) station.

Can I drive from Esenboğa to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Esenboğa to Istanbul is 450 km. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Esenboğa to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4409+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Esenboğa to Istanbul - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, Metro, bus, and car

How to get fromEsenboğa to Istanbul

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Esenboğa to Istanbul by plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Istanbul, Metro
best
1. Fly from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Istanbul (IST)plane ESB - IST
2. Take the train from Gayrettepe to Veznecilertrain
2h 19m
₺12,115–13,121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ankara bus station to İstanbul Esenler bus stationbus FlixBus KK0606 / ...
8h
₺811–1,866
Train
1. Take the train from Ankara Gar to Istanbul(Pendik)train Hst / ...
6h
₺886–1,226
Drive 450.3 km
1. Drive from Esenboğa to Istanbulcar 450.3 km
4h 14m
₺2,554–3,689
Fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
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
2h 37m
₺1,818–3,344

Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) to Istanbul (IST) flights

110Weekly Planes

1h 17mAverage Duration

₺12,102Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Esenboğa to Istanbul.

Launch map view

Distance: 432.5 km
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Esenboğa, Turkey and Istanbul, Turkey?

Turkish Railways (TCDD) operates a train from Ankara Gar to Istanbul(Pendik) hourly. Tickets cost ₺650–950 and the journey takes 3h 49m. 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.

Airlines