Ankara to Istanbul Bus

Transport
Date Tomorrow
Return + Return
Passengers 1 passenger
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  • Lowest price from $7.77
  • Average duration 6h 33m
  • Connections per day 110
  • Distance 352 km
  • CO₂ per person 31 kg

bus from Ankara to Istanbul

The journey from Ankara to Istanbul is about 352 km. On average a bus trip takes 6h 33m with 110 connections per day.

Lowest price $7.77
Trip duration 6h 33m
Connections per day 110
Lowest price $7.77
Highest price $22.27
First departure 12:30 AM
Last departure 03:00 AM
Distance 352 km
Departure Ankara
Arrival Istanbul
Travel operator FlixBus, Pamukkale Turizm
Find the best price
Beydağı Turizm24.64 kg CO₂
23:59Aşti
7h 1m
07:00Esenler Otogarı
$11.05
direct
Metro Turizm24.64 kg CO₂
17:00Aşti
5h 45m
22:45Alibeyköy Otogarı
$15.79
direct
Metro Turizm24.64 kg CO₂
15:00Aşti
6h
21:00Alibeyköy Otogarı
$15.79
direct

Next departures from Ankara to Istanbul

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

Metro Turizm $0.40
00:30 Aşti
6h 30m · direct
07:00 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
00:30 Aşti
5h 30m · direct
06:00 Alibeyköy Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
00:45 Aşti
7h 30m · direct
08:15 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
00:45 Aşti
7h 15m · direct
08:00 Alibeyköy Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
01:00 Ankara-Otogar
6h 25m · direct
07:25 İstanbul-Alibeyköy
FlixBus $0.45
01:00 Ankara Otogarı
6h 45m · direct
07:45 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
01:00 Ankara Otogarı
6h 25m · direct
07:25 Alibeyköy Otogarı
Pamukkale Turizm $0.42
01:00 Ankara Bus Station
6h 45m · direct
07:45 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
01:00 Aşti
7h 30m · direct
08:30 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
01:00 Ankara-Otogar
6h 45m · direct
07:45 Istanbul, Büyük Otogari
Metro Turizm $0.40
01:00 Aşti
7h 15m · direct
08:15 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
01:00 Aşti
7h · direct
08:00 Alibeyköy Otogarı
$7.77
01:01 Ankara
4h 31m · direct
05:32 İstanbul Avrupa
$7.77
01:01 Ankara
4h 31m · direct
05:32 İstanbul Avrupa
Metro Turizm $0.40
01:15 Aşti
6h 15m · direct
07:30 Alibeyköy Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
01:15 Aşti
6h 45m · direct
08:00 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
01:30 Aşti
5h 30m · direct
07:00 Alibeyköy Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
01:30 Aşti
6h · direct
07:30 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
02:00 Ankara Otogarı
6h 55m · direct
08:55 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
02:00 Ankara-Otogar
6h 55m · direct
08:55 Istanbul, Büyük Otogari
FlixBus $0.45
02:00 Ankara-Otogar
6h 35m · direct
08:35 İstanbul-Alibeyköy
FlixBus $0.45
02:00 Ankara Otogarı
6h 35m · direct
08:35 Alibeyköy Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
02:30 Ankara-Otogar
7h 15m · direct
09:45 Istanbul, Büyük Otogari
FlixBus $0.45
02:30 Ankara-Otogar
6h 40m · direct
09:10 İstanbul-Alibeyköy
Metro Turizm $0.40
02:30 Aşti
8h 30m · direct
11:00 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
02:30 Ankara Otogarı
6h 40m · direct
09:10 Alibeyköy Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
02:30 Aşti
7h · direct
09:30 Alibeyköy Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
02:30 Ankara Otogarı
7h 15m · direct
09:45 Esenler Otogarı
$8.48
02:30 Ankara
5h 15m · direct
07:45 İstanbul Avrupa
Metro Turizm $0.40
03:00 Aşti
6h 58m · direct
09:58 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
03:00 Aşti
6h 25m · direct
09:25 Alibeyköy Otogarı
$8.08
03:00 Ankara
6h · direct
09:00 İstanbul Avrupa
Metro Turizm $0.40
03:45 Aşti
7h · direct
10:45 Alibeyköy Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
03:45 Aşti
7h 15m · direct
11:00 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
04:30 Aşti
7h · direct
11:30 Alibeyköy Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
04:30 Aşti
9h 30m · direct
14:00 Esenler Otogarı
Beydağı Turizm $8.48
04:40 Ankara
7h 20m · direct
12:00 İstanbul Avrupa
Beydağı Turizm $8.48
04:40 Ankara
6h 50m · direct
11:30 İstanbul Avrupa
Metro Turizm $0.40
05:00 Aşti
7h · direct
12:00 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
05:00 Aşti
6h 30m · direct
11:30 Alibeyköy Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
05:30 Aşti
7h · direct
12:30 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
05:30 Aşti
6h 45m · direct
12:15 Alibeyköy Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
08:00 Ankara Otogarı
6h 55m · direct
14:55 Alibeyköy Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
08:00 Ankara Otogarı
7h 30m · direct
15:30 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
08:00 Ankara-Otogar
6h 55m · direct
14:55 İstanbul-Alibeyköy
FlixBus $0.45
08:00 Ankara-Otogar
7h 30m · direct
15:30 Istanbul, Büyük Otogari
Pamukkale Turizm $0.42
09:00 Ankara Bus Station
6h 15m · direct
15:15 Alibeyköy Otogarı
Pamukkale Turizm $0.42
09:00 Ankara Bus Station
6h 45m · direct
15:45 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
10:00 Aşti
6h 30m · direct
16:30 Alibeyköy Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
10:00 Ankara-Otogar
6h 45m · direct
16:45 Istanbul, Büyük Otogari
Metro Turizm $0.40
10:00 Aşti
7h · direct
17:00 Esenler Otogarı
$8.48
10:00 Ankara
6h · direct
16:00 İstanbul Avrupa
FlixBus $0.45
10:00 Ankara Otogarı
6h 45m · direct
16:45 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
10:00 Ankara-Otogar
6h 25m · direct
16:25 İstanbul-Alibeyköy
FlixBus $0.45
10:00 Ankara Otogarı
6h 25m · direct
16:25 Alibeyköy Otogarı
Pamukkale Turizm $0.42
10:30 Ankara Bus Station
6h 45m · direct
17:15 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
11:00 Ankara Otogarı
6h 40m · direct
17:40 Alibeyköy Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
11:00 Ankara-Otogar
6h 40m · direct
17:40 İstanbul-Alibeyköy
FlixBus $0.45
11:00 Ankara-Otogar
7h 15m · direct
18:15 Istanbul, Büyük Otogari
FlixBus $0.45
11:00 Ankara Otogarı
7h 15m · direct
18:15 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
12:00 Ankara Otogarı
6h 45m · direct
18:45 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
12:00 Ankara-Otogar
6h 25m · direct
18:25 İstanbul-Alibeyköy
Metro Turizm $0.40
12:00 Aşti
6h · direct
18:00 Alibeyköy Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
12:00 Aşti
6h 15m · direct
18:15 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
12:00 Ankara Otogarı
6h 25m · direct
18:25 Alibeyköy Otogarı
Pamukkale Turizm $0.42
12:00 Ankara Bus Station
6h 45m · direct
18:45 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
12:00 Ankara-Otogar
6h 45m · direct
18:45 Istanbul, Büyük Otogari
Metro Turizm $0.40
13:00 Aşti
6h 30m · direct
19:30 Alibeyköy Otogarı
Pamukkale Turizm $0.42
13:00 Ankara Bus Station
6h 45m · direct
19:45 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
13:00 Aşti
7h 30m · direct
20:30 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
14:00 Ankara Otogarı
6h 45m · direct
20:45 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
14:00 Aşti
7h · direct
21:00 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
14:00 Ankara Otogarı
6h 25m · direct
20:25 Alibeyköy Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
14:00 Ankara-Otogar
6h 45m · direct
20:45 Istanbul, Büyük Otogari
Metro Turizm $0.40
14:00 Aşti
6h 55m · direct
20:55 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
14:00 Aşti
6h 30m · direct
20:30 Alibeyköy Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
14:00 Ankara-Otogar
6h 25m · direct
20:25 İstanbul-Alibeyköy
Pamukkale Turizm $0.42
15:00 Ankara Bus Station
6h 30m · direct
21:30 Alibeyköy Otogarı
Pamukkale Turizm $0.42
15:00 Ankara Bus Station
7h · direct
22:00 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
15:00 Ankara Otogarı
6h 30m · direct
21:30 Alibeyköy Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
15:00 Ankara-Otogar
6h 45m · direct
21:45 Istanbul, Büyük Otogari
FlixBus $0.45
15:00 Ankara-Otogar
6h 30m · direct
21:30 İstanbul-Alibeyköy
Metro Turizm $0.40
15:00 Aşti
6h 30m · direct
21:30 Alibeyköy Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
15:00 Aşti
6h 45m · direct
21:45 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
15:00 Ankara Otogarı
6h 45m · direct
21:45 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
16:00 Ankara-Otogar
6h 45m · direct
22:45 Istanbul, Büyük Otogari
FlixBus $0.45
16:00 Ankara Otogarı
6h 25m · direct
22:25 Alibeyköy Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
16:00 Ankara Otogarı
6h 45m · direct
22:45 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
16:00 Aşti
6h 30m · direct
22:30 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
16:00 Ankara-Otogar
6h 25m · direct
22:25 İstanbul-Alibeyköy
Metro Turizm $0.40
16:00 Aşti
5h 30m · direct
21:30 Alibeyköy Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
17:00 Ankara-Otogar
6h 25m · direct
23:25 İstanbul-Alibeyköy
Metro Turizm $0.40
17:00 Aşti
6h · direct
23:00 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
17:00 Ankara Otogarı
6h 45m · direct
23:45 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
17:00 Ankara Otogarı
6h 25m · direct
23:25 Alibeyköy Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
17:00 Ankara-Otogar
6h 45m · direct
23:45 Istanbul, Büyük Otogari
Metro Turizm $0.40
17:00 Aşti
5h 45m · direct
22:45 Alibeyköy Otogarı
Pamukkale Turizm $0.42
17:30 Ankara Bus Station
6h 15m · direct
23:45 Alibeyköy Otogarı
Pamukkale Turizm $0.42
17:30 Ankara Bus Station
6h 45m · direct
00:15 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
19:00 Ankara-Otogar
6h 25m · direct
01:25 İstanbul-Alibeyköy
Metro Turizm $0.40
19:00 Aşti
6h · direct
01:00 Alibeyköy Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
19:00 Ankara Otogarı
6h 25m · direct
01:25 Alibeyköy Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
19:00 Ankara Otogarı
6h 45m · direct
01:45 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
19:00 Aşti
6h 30m · direct
01:30 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
19:00 Ankara-Otogar
6h 45m · direct
01:45 Istanbul, Büyük Otogari
Metro Turizm $0.40
21:00 Aşti
7h · direct
04:00 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
21:00 Aşti
6h 30m · direct
03:30 Alibeyköy Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
21:30 Ankara Otogarı
6h 25m · direct
03:55 Alibeyköy Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
21:30 Ankara-Otogar
6h 45m · direct
04:15 Istanbul, Büyük Otogari
FlixBus $0.45
21:30 Ankara-Otogar
6h 25m · direct
03:55 İstanbul-Alibeyköy
FlixBus $0.45
21:30 Ankara Otogarı
6h 45m · direct
04:15 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
22:00 Aşti
7h · direct
05:00 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
22:00 Aşti
6h 30m · direct
04:30 Alibeyköy Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
22:30 Aşti
6h 30m · direct
05:00 Alibeyköy Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
22:30 Aşti
7h · direct
05:30 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
23:00 Aşti
6h 30m · direct
05:30 Esenler Otogarı
Pamukkale Turizm $0.42
23:00 Ankara Bus Station
6h 45m · direct
05:45 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
23:00 Aşti
6h 15m · direct
05:15 Alibeyköy Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
23:00 Ankara Otogarı
6h 25m · direct
05:25 Alibeyköy Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
23:00 Ankara-Otogar
7h · direct
06:00 Istanbul, Büyük Otogari
Pamukkale Turizm $0.42
23:00 Ankara Bus Station
6h 15m · direct
05:15 Alibeyköy Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
23:00 Ankara Otogarı
7h · direct
06:00 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
23:00 Ankara-Otogar
6h 25m · direct
05:25 İstanbul-Alibeyköy
Metro Turizm $0.40
23:30 Aşti
6h 31m · direct
06:01 Alibeyköy Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
23:30 Aşti
7h · direct
06:30 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
23:55 Aşti
6h 5m · direct
06:00 Esenler Otogarı
Metro Turizm $0.40
23:55 Aşti
5h 50m · direct
05:45 Alibeyköy Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
23:59 Ankara Otogarı
6h 46m · direct
06:45 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
23:59 Ankara-Otogar
6h 26m · direct
06:25 İstanbul-Alibeyköy
FlixBus $0.45
23:59 Ankara Otogarı
6h 26m · direct
06:25 Alibeyköy Otogarı
Beydağı Turizm $8.48
23:59 Ankara
7h 1m · direct
07:00 İstanbul Avrupa
Beydağı Turizm $0.20
23:59 Aşti
7h 1m · direct
07:00 Esenler Otogarı
FlixBus $0.45
23:59 Ankara-Otogar
6h 46m · direct
06:45 Istanbul, Büyük Otogari
Pamukkale Turizm $0.42
23:59 Ankara Bus Station
6h 45m · direct
06:44 Esenler Otogarı
Beydağı Turizm $8.48
23:59 Ankara
6h 31m · direct
06:30 İstanbul Avrupa
Metro Turizm $0.40
23:59 Aşti
6h 16m · direct
06:15 Alibeyköy Otogarı
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Carriers on this route

Learn more about carriers on this route.

FlixBus, a long-distance bus company, operates in both Europe and the United States. Founded in 2013, it has grown to become one of the largest bus operators in Europe, connecting over 2,500 destinations in 30 countries. Originating in Germany, FlixBus has expanded quickly to neighboring countries including France, Italy, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Croatia, while also offering regular services to Norway, Spain, and England. With affordable fares and comfortable amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard toilets, FlixBus provides a convenient and enjoyable travel experience.

Metro Turizm is a Turkish bus company that provides intercity transportation services across Turkey. The company was founded in 1992 and has since grown to become one of the largest bus operators in the country. Metro Turizm operates a fleet of modern buses equipped with air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and comfortable seating. The company offers a range of ticket options, including standard, luxury, and sleeper seats. Metro Turizm also provides online booking services, making it easy for passengers to plan their travel and purchase tickets in advance. The company is committed to providing safe, reliable, and affordable transportation services to its customers.

Pamukkale Turizm is a Turkish bus company that operates intercity bus services across Turkey. Founded in 1967, the company has a fleet of modern buses that offer comfortable and safe travel to passengers. Pamukkale Turizm operates on more than 100 routes, connecting major cities and towns in Turkey. The company is known for its punctuality, reliability, and affordable fares. It also offers various amenities on board, such as air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and entertainment systems. Pamukkale Turizm has won several awards for its services and is considered one of the leading bus companies in Turkey.

Facility description

Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.

Facilities Description
Luggage

Each passenger can bring one carry-on bag (up to 25lbs/11kg) and one stored bag (up to 50lbs/23kg) for free on FlixBus. Excess baggage up to 50lbs (23kg) is accepted for a fee, with limited space available, so booking in advance is recommended.

Accessibility

FlixBus offers boarding assistance with a hydraulic lift for travelers with reduced mobility. Contact the bus company in advance to confirm availability and assistance.

Food and drink

Snacks and drinks are available for purchase from the bus drivers during your trip.

Power sockets

Power outlets are available near seats to keep your devices charged throughout your journey.

Bicycle

Bikes are allowed with restrictions: 3 per bus with a cover, 5 with a carrier, but no electric bikes.

Wi-Fi

FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi on all its buses.

Entertainment portal

Enjoy movies, e-books, audiobooks, music, and games through FlixBus's online entertainment portal.

Food and drink

Complimentary refreshments are offered on Metro Turizm buses.

Luggage

Passengers must obtain a baggage claim ticket and ensure their seat number is correct on Metro Turizm buses. Each piece of luggage requires a separate ticket. Responsibility fortagged luggage and valuables lies with the passenger. Liability for lost baggage is limited to the ticket price. Each seat allows up to 30 kg of luggage, with excess weight incurring an additional fee. Dangerous items are prohibited. 

Bicycle

Bicycles are limited to 20 kg, and each bus can carry 1-2 bicycles on Metro Turizm buses.

Power sockets

All Metro Turizm buses are equipped with electrical outlets or USB chargers.

Wi-Fi

The Wi-Fi password on Metro Turizm buses is the reference number on the ticket. For example, if the bus license plate is 48 LB 593, the password is metro593. Additionally, each seat is equipped with an individual entertainment system for passenger enjoyment during transfers.

Accessibility

Metro Turizm offers a 30% discount for passengers with disabilities. The company operates routes between Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Adana, Antalya, Eskisehir, Konya, Mersin, Agri, Afyon, Batman, and many other cities.

Accessibility

Passengers with at least 40% disability, as documented, are eligible for a 30% discount on tickets, based on the fare set by the Ministry of Transport. These discounted tickets can be purchased at our branches.

Wi-Fi

All Pamukyol vehicles offer free and unlimited Wi-Fi. Each seat features a 10-inch touchscreen with rich content, satellite TV, computer games, and personalized media options. Passengers can use USB ports to access their own movies, photos, and music. The entertainment portal includes films, specially curated music playlists, and games.

Power sockets

All seats are equipped with 220V and USB power sockets to keep passengers connected on Pamukkale Turizm buses.

Food and drink

Pamukkale Turizm vehicles offer a rich menu of refreshments, accompanied by an experienced in-cabin crew.

Luggage

In compliance with Road Transport regulations, toxic, flammable, explosive, liquid, and strongly scented items are not allowed on board. If these items are present, tickets may be canceled. Luggage over 30 kg will incur an extra fee. The company is not responsible for valuable items in luggage unless a written request is made, and transportation is confirmed by the company. Unattended luggage at terminals is prohibited by the Police Department for security reasons.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 24.64kg
bus 26.4kg
flight 70.4kg
carpool 56.32kg

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