Ankara to Istanbul Trip Overview
Distance 349 km (218.1 miles) | |
Price range US$ 12-US$ 177 | |
Ride Duration Range 1h 10m-9h 15m | |
Earliest Departure 21:30 | |
Latest Departure 23:55 | |
Most Popular Operator |
Find up-to-date information on departure times, schedules, and prices so you can easily compare and book your tickets.
Taking a bus from Ankara to Istanbul
Fastest bus: 5h 15m
Cheapest bus: US$ 12

About the ride from Ankara to Istanbul
Ankara to Istanbul Route Information
The distance between Ankara and Istanbul is 218 miles, or approximately 349 kilometers.
There are 3 ways to get from Ankara to Istanbul, including minivan,flight,bus.
The earliest departure leaves at 21:30 and has a duration of 7 hours.
The fastest way to travel is by flight, which takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Depending on how you choose to travel, the following amenities are available:.
Ankara to Istanbul by minivan
The only travel class available is VIP.
Each minivan ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all minivan options.
Ankara to Istanbul by flight
- Starting Price: US$ 26
- 109 departures a day, or 763 departures a week
The only travel class available is Economy.
Each flight ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all flight options.
Ankara to Istanbul by bus
- Starting Price: US$ 12
- 177 departures a day, or 1239 departures a week
There are 2 travel classes for this journey, including: Standard and Economy.
Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all bus options.
Companies Operating from Ankara to Istanbul
Popular stations and stops in Ankara and Istanbul
Departure stations in Ankara
Arrival stations in Istanbul
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