What is the cheapest way to get from Taksim Square to Ankara?

The cheapest way to get from Taksim Square to Ankara is to train via Pendik which costs 750 ₺ - 1.100 ₺ and takes 5h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Taksim Square to Ankara?

The fastest way to get from Taksim Square to Ankara is to Metro and fly which takes 3h 56m and costs 12.000 ₺ - 14.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Taksim Square and Ankara?

No, there is no direct bus from Taksim Square to Ankara. However, there are services departing from Taksim Tünel and arriving at Ankara via Istanbul Otogari. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Taksim Square and Ankara?

No, there is no direct train from Taksim Square to Ankara. However, there are services departing from Taksim and arriving at Ankara via Yenikapi and Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Taksim Square to Ankara?

The distance between Taksim Square and Ankara is 555 km. The road distance is 440.5 km.

How do I travel from Taksim Square to Ankara without a car?

The best way to get from Taksim Square to Ankara without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs 800 ₺ - 1.300 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Taksim Square to Ankara?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Taksim Square to Ankara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taksim Square to Ankara bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Taksim Square to Ankara train from?

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

Train or bus from Taksim Square to Ankara?

The best way to get from Taksim Square to Ankara is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs 800 ₺ - 1.300 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 1.100 ₺ - 1.800 ₺ and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the Taksim Square to Ankara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Taksim Square to Ankara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Taksim Square to Ankara?

Yes, the driving distance between Taksim Square to Ankara is 441 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Taksim Square to Ankara.

Where can I stay near Ankara?

There are 228+ hotels available in Ankara.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Istanbul Söğütlüçeşme to Ankaratrain Yht / ...
5h 50m
₺837–1,212
Train via Pendik
cheapest
1. Take the train from Istanbul(Pendik) to Ankara Gartrain Hst / ...
5h 50m
₺767–1,102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Ankarabus
8h 20m
₺1,140–1,760
Drive 440.5 km
1. Drive from Taksim Square to Ankaracar 440.5 km
4h 7m
₺2,520–3,640
Metro to Istanbul, fly
1. Take the train from Taksim to Gayrettepetrain
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB)plane IST - ESB
3h 56m
₺12,214–13,214
Metro to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ayrılık Çeşmesi to Sabiha Gokcen Airporttrain
2. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Ankara Esenboğa International Airport (ESB)plane SAW - ESB
4h 30m
₺1,959–3,479

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

110Weekly Planes

1h 8mAverage Duration

₺12,104Cheapest Price

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Distance: 555.3 km
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Taksim Square, 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 ₺1,100–1,700 and the journey takes 6h 35m.

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