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Five ways to Travel from Athens to Ankara

Composite routes from Athens to Ankara

Cheapest
15 h 51 min
Car
1533 km.
from $84
Other
15 h 51 min
Rideshare
1533 km.
from $20
29 h 5 min
Bus, Train
816 km.
from $128.88
19 h 55 min
Bus, Train
816 km.
from $115.71
22 h 1 min
816 km.
from $166.22

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Albania

Website:
airalbania.com.al/en/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ankara
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Thursday
Estimated price:
$140.12–$433.08

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ankara
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.27–$280.23

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ankara
Ave. Duration:
4h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.16–$534.99

Train operators

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Email:
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from ISTANBUL(Pendik) to Ankara
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.01–$10.19
Train from Balıkesir to Ankara
Ave. Duration:
9h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.01–$16.56

Bus operators

Crazy Holidays

Phone:
+30 2310241545
Email:
Website:
crazyholidays.gr/root.en.aspx
Bus from Athens to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$95.53–$140.12

Pamukkale

Phone:
0 850 333 35 35
Email:
Website:
pamukkale.com.tr
Bus from Ayvalık to Balikesir
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.64–$11.46
Bus from İstanbul Dudullu to Ankara
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38

Metro Turizm

Phone:
0850 222 34 55
Email:
Website:
metroturizm.com.tr/en
Bus from Ayvalık to Balikesir
Ave. Duration:
3h 14m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.55–$14.01

Ali Osman ULUSOY

Website:
aliosmanulusoy.com/
Bus from Çeşme to Ankara
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$24.20

Other operators

Blue Star Ferries

Phone:
+302108919800
Email:
Website:
bluestarferries.com/en-gb/
Other from Port of Piraeus to Mytilene
Ave. Duration:
12h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$56.05–$140.12
Other from Port of Piraeus to Chios
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.13–$121.01

Hellenic Seaways

Phone:
+30 210 89 19 800
Email:
Website:
hellenicseaways.gr/
Other from Port of Piraeus to Mytilene
Ave. Duration:
13h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$56.05–$152.85
Other from Port of Piraeus to Chios
Ave. Duration:
9h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$47.13–$140.12

Turkish Sealines

Phone:
+90 252 316 22 22
Email:
Website:
turkishsealines.com.tr/
Other from Chios to Port
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$49.72–$161.57

Jalem Tur

Phone:
0545 783 50 61
Email:
Website:
jalemtur.com/
Other from Mytilene to Port
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.08

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Athens to Ankara?

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Ankara is to bus and train which costs $92.39 - $130.43 and takes 19h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athens to Ankara?

The fastest way to get from Athens to Ankara is to fly which takes 7h 1m and costs $103.26 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Ankara?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Ankara. However, there are services departing from Athens and arriving at Ankara via İstanbul Büyükşehir Belediyesi, Istanbul Beyoglu Taksim, Hastane and İstanbul Dudullu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 1m.

How far is it from Athens to Ankara?

The distance between Athens and Ankara is 881 km. The road distance is 1541.6 km.

How do I travel from Athens to Ankara without a car?

The best way to get from Athens to Ankara without a car is to bus and train which takes 19h 55m and costs $92.39 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Athens to Ankara?

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Athens to Ankara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Ankara bus from?

Athens to Ankara bus services, operated by Crazy Holidays, depart from Athens station.

Bus or fly from Athens to Ankara?

The best way to get from Athens to Ankara is to fly which takes 7h 1m and costs $103.26 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $97.83 - $141.30 and takes 22h 1m.

Where does the Athens to Ankara bus arrive?

Athens to Ankara bus services, operated by Crazy Holidays, arrive at Istanbul station.

What is the time difference between Athens and Ankara?

Ankara is 1h ahead of Athens. It is currently 20:56 in Athens and 21:56 in Ankara.

Can I drive from Athens to Ankara?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Ankara is 1542 km. It takes approximately 16h 4m to drive from Athens to Ankara.

Where can I stay near Ankara?

There are 191+ hotels available in Ankara. Prices start at $26.90 per night.
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