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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ankara Airport to Istanbul

Composite routes from Ankara Airport to Istanbul

Cheapest
4 h 35 min
Car
459 km.
from $25
Fastest
1 h 7 min
Plane
Other
2 h 28 min
Bus, Plane
355 km.
from $33.26
2 h 16 min
Bus, Plane
355 km.
from $48.23

Transport providers

Airlines

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$21.66–$152.86

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.86–$89.17

Fly Armenia Airways

Website:
fly-armenia.com/en/
Plane from Ankara Esenboğa International Airport to Sabiha
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$216.56

Train operators

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Email:
cozum@tcddtasimacilik.gov.tr
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Ayrilikcesme to Yenikapi
Ave. Duration:
14 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.66–$2.42
Train from Ankara to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
4h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.64–$28.02

Istanbul Ulasim

Phone:
+90 850 252 88 00
Email:
info@metro.istanbul
Website:
metro.istanbul/
Train from Gayrettepe to Vezneciler
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.48

Bus operators

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Email:
kamilkoc@kamilkoc.com.tr
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Ankara bus station to İstanbul
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38

Metro Turizm

Phone:
0850 222 34 55
Email:
iletisim@metroturizm.com.tr
Website:
metroturizm.com.tr/en
Bus from Ankara to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.01–$25.48

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ankara Airport to Istanbul?

The cheapest way to get from Ankara Airport to Istanbul is to train which costs $7.61 - $26.09 and takes 6h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ankara Airport to Istanbul?

The fastest way to get from Ankara Airport to Istanbul is to fly and Metro which takes 2h 16m and costs $34.78 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Ankara Airport and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct bus from Ankara Airport to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Ankara Airport and arriving at Istanbul Otogari via Ankara and Samandira Tesis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Ankara Airport to Istanbul?

The distance between Ankara Airport and Istanbul is 363 km. The road distance is 460.7 km.

How do I travel from Ankara Airport to Istanbul without a car?

The best way to get from Ankara Airport to Istanbul without a car is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs $7.61 - $26.09 .

How long does it take to get from Ankara Airport to Istanbul?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Ankara Airport to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ankara Airport to Istanbul bus from?

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

Train or bus from Ankara Airport to Istanbul?

The best way to get from Ankara Airport to Istanbul is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs $7.61 - $26.09 . Alternatively, you can bus via Istanbul Samandira Tesis, which costs $19.57 - $33.70 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Ankara Airport to Istanbul bus arrive?

Ankara Airport to Istanbul bus services, operated by Metro Turizm, arrive at Istanbul Samandira Tesis station.

What is the time difference between Ankara Airport and Istanbul?

It is currently 21:42 at both, Ankara Airport and Istanbul.

Can I drive from Ankara Airport to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Ankara Airport to Istanbul is 461 km. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Ankara Airport to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4660+ hotels available in Istanbul. Prices start at $22.90 per night.
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