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

The cheapest way to get from Skopje to Ankara is to bus and train which costs 1.900 ₺ - 3.600 ₺ and takes 17h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skopje to Ankara is to fly which takes 3h 5m and costs 5.500 ₺ - 17.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Skopje and Ankara?

No, there is no direct bus from Skopje to Ankara. However, there are services departing from Skopje, Transporten Centar and arriving at Ankara via Istanbul Otogari. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 35m.

How far is it from Skopje to Ankara?

The distance between Skopje and Ankara is 1026 km. The road distance is 1188.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Skopje to Ankara without a car is to bus and train which takes 17h 58m and costs 1.900 ₺ - 3.600 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Skopje to Ankara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skopje to Ankara bus from?

Skopje to Ankara bus services, operated by Alpar Turizm, depart from Skopje, Transporten Centar station.

Bus or fly from Skopje to Ankara?

The best way to get from Skopje to Ankara is to fly which takes 3h 5m and costs 5.500 ₺ - 17.000 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 2.200 ₺ - 4.100 ₺ and takes 19h 35m.

Where does the Skopje to Ankara bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Skopje and Ankara?

Ankara is 2h ahead of Skopje. It is currently 8:10 PM in Skopje and 10:10 PM in Ankara.

Can I drive from Skopje to Ankara?

Yes, the driving distance between Skopje to Ankara is 1189 km. It takes approximately 12h 13m to drive from Skopje to Ankara.

Where can I stay near Ankara?

There are 246+ hotels available in Ankara.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB)plane SKP - ESB
3h 5m
₺5,634–16,677
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Istanbulbus
2. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Ankaratrain Yht / ...
17h 58m
₺1,962–3,556
Bus, train via Sofia
1. Take the bus from Skopje Nikola Karev to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalıtrain
3. Take the train from Halkali to Ankaratrain Yht
23h 50m
₺2,146–6,112
Drive 1,188.7 km
1. Drive from Skopje to Ankaracar 1,188.7 km
12h 13m
₺8,943–12,917
Bus
1. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Istanbulbus
2. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Ankarabus
19h 35m
₺2,225–4,044
Bus via Maltepe
1. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Esenler Otogarbus
2. Take the bus from İstanbul Dudullu to Ankarabus
21h 26m
₺3,324–4,524
Bus, train via Sofia #2
1. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Sofiabus
2. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalıtrain
3. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Ankaratrain Yht
23h 52m
₺2,437–7,094

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

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3h 46mAverage Duration

₺2,587Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,026.1 km
Duration: 3h 5m

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

AJet, Pegasus Airlines, and Turkish Airlines fly from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Ankara via Istanbul Otogari in around 19h 35m.

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