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

The cheapest way to get from Esenler to Ankara is to train which costs 800 ₺ - 1.300 ₺ and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Esenler to Ankara is to fly which takes 3h 47m and costs 12.000 ₺ - 14.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Esenler and Ankara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Istanbul Otogari and arriving at Ankara. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Esenler and Ankara?

No, there is no direct train from Esenler to Ankara. However, there are services departing from Kartaltepe-Kocatepe and arriving at Ankara via Yenikapi and Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Esenler to Ankara?

The distance between Esenler and Ankara is 557 km. The road distance is 452.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Esenler to Ankara without a car is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs 800 ₺ - 1.300 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Esenler to Ankara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Esenler to Ankara bus from?

Esenler to Ankara bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, depart from Istanbul Otogari station.

Where do I catch the Esenler to Ankara train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Esenler to Ankara?

The best way to get from Esenler to Ankara is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs 800 ₺ - 1.300 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 1.200 ₺ - 1.700 ₺ and takes 6h 35m, you could also fly, which costs 12.000 ₺ - 14.000 ₺ and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Esenler to Ankara bus arrive?

Esenler to Ankara bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, arrive at Ankara station.

Where does the Esenler to Ankara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Esenler to Ankara?

Yes, the driving distance between Esenler to Ankara is 452 km. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Esenler to Ankara.

Where can I stay near Ankara?

There are 241+ hotels available in Ankara.

Esenler to Ankara - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and Metro

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There are 6 ways to get from Esenler to Ankara by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Ankaratrain Yht / ...
5h 52m
₺837–1,212
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Ankarabus
6h 35m
₺1,200–1,700
Drive 452.2 km
1. Drive from Esenler to Ankaracar 452.2 km
4h 15m
₺3,115–4,499
Fly from Istanbul Airport
1. Fly from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB)plane IST - ESB
3h 47m
₺12,278–14,020
Bus via İstanbul Dudullu
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Dudullu to Ankarabus
8h
₺1,100–2,285
Metro, train, Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kartaltepe-Kocatepe to Yenikapitrain
2. Take the train from Yenikapi to Ayrilikcesmetrain
3. Take the train from Ayrılık Çeşmesi to Sabiha Gokcen Airporttrain
4. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB)plane SAW - ESB
4h 31m
₺1,879–2,599

Esenler to Ankara by bus

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Distance: 557.1 km
Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Esenler, Turkey and Ankara, Turkey?

Turkish Railways (TCDD) operates a train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Ankara hourly. Tickets cost ₺750–1,100 and the journey takes 4h 29m. Alternatively, Metro Turizm operates a bus from Istanbul Otogari to Ankara every 3 hours. Tickets cost ₺1,200–1,700 and the journey takes 6h 35m.

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