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Journey Information
There are 87 intercity buses per day from Istanbul to Ankara. Traveling by bus from Istanbul to Ankara usually takes around 6 hours and 49 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 5 hours,
| Distance | 217 mi (349 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $14.74 |
| Trips per day | 87 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Istanbul to Ankara?
$25.22 is the average price of a bus ticket from Istanbul to Ankara. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
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What bus companies travel from Istanbul to Ankara?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Istanbul to Ankara. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 87 | 6h 50m | $27.30 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 87 trips from Istanbul to Ankara, and usually makes the trip in about 6 hours and 50 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 49 minutes to cover the 349 kilometers from Istanbul to Ankara. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go."
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Istanbul to Ankara, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Istanbul?
Main departure station: Dudullu Bus Sta
Buses to Ankara leave from 3 stations in Istanbul.
All bus stations in Istanbul:
Dudullu Bus Sta
Esenler Otogarı Otoparkı
Alibeykoy
Where does the bus arrive in Ankara?
Main arrival station: Ankara Bus Station
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Ankara.
Bus stations in Ankara:
Ankara Bus Station
Kayaş Çalışkan
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