Flights
Flying is
the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Ankara to Istanbul, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as
USD 23.75.
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 Ankara and Istanbul
Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Valuair
Bus
Travelling from Ankara to Istanbul 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 Ankara and Istanbul
Adiyaman Anka, Adiyaman Unal Turizm, Ak Turizm, Ali Osman Ulusoy, As Adana, Ben Turizm, Can Diyarbakir, Divrigi Nazar Turizm, Elazig Hazar Turizm, Elazig Murat Turizm, Es Turizm, Has Diyarbakir, Hatay CSR, Hatay Nur Seyahat, Istanbul Seyahat, Kale Seyahat, Koksallar Seyahat, Lider Elbistan, Lider Vip Travel, Luks Afsinlilar Seyahat, Luks Mersin Turizm, Malatya Kayisikent, Mardin Seyahat, Mersin Nur Turizm, Nigde Inan, Nilufer Turizm, Oncu Seyahat, Oz Elaziglilar Seyahat, Oz Ercis, Oz Gularas, Oz Sivas Turizm, Ozel Diyarbakir, Ozlem Batman, Ozlem Cizre Nuh, Ozlem Mardin VIF, RH Turizm, Sanal Kirsehir, Selcuk Canlar Turizm, Varan Turizm, Yeni Diyarbakir Seyahat, Yeni Sivas Turizm, 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 Ankara and Istanbul
Daytrip
