Flights
Flying is
the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Istanbul to Ankara, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as
USD 28.37.
Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.
If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.
In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.
Airlines flying between Istanbul and Ankara
Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines
Bus
Travelling from Istanbul to Ankara overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is
the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.
Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Istanbul and Ankara
Adiyaman Anka, Ali Osman Ulusoy, As Adana, As Turizm, Best Van, Cagdas Kigi Karakocan Turizm, Can Diyarbakir, Cayiragasi Vip, Deveci Nazar Turizm, Dilmenler Mardin, Istanbul Seyahat, Kale Seyahat, Lider Elbistan, Lider Vip Travel, Luks Erzincan Seyahat, Malatya Medine, Mardin Seyahat, Marses Turizm, Mersin Nur Turizm, Midyat Seyyidoglu, Nigde Aydogan, Nigde Inan, Nigde Vip Turizm (Niğde Vip Turizm), Nilufer Turizm, Oncu Seyahat, Oz Diyarbakir, Oz Elaziglilar Seyahat, Oz Gularas, Ozel Diyarbakir, Ozlem Batman, Ozlem Cizre Nuh, RH Turizm, Selcuk Canlar Turizm, Siirt Kurtalan Ekspres, Star Diyarbakir, Suha Turizm, Varan Turizm, Vip Malatyalilar Turizm, Yeni Ercis Itimat Seyahat (Yeni Erciş İtimat Seyahat), Yeni Sivas Turizm, Yesil Ercis Seyahat, Yukseller Aksaray Birlik
Taxi
Some travellers consider taxi to be
the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.
Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
Companies offering charters between Istanbul and Ankara
Daytrip
