How to Travel from
Madrid to Ankara
by Route or Car
Six ways to Travel from Madrid to Ankara
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (3 963 km)
37 h 26 min
3963 km.
from $217
Other
Train, bus via Barcelona, Train, bus via Barcelona
2 d 7 h 40 min
3084 km.
from $243.07
Train, Bus
2 d 12 h 48 min
3084 km.
from $374.30
Bus
2 d 18 h 17 min
3084 km.
from $461.64
Bus, Train
2 d 23 h 34 min
3083 km.
from $167.50
Bus via Sibiu
3 d 4 h 47 min
3084 km.
from $239.76
Transport providers
Train operators
Renfe Viajeros
Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
Ave. Duration:
3h 21m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$59.49–$82.28
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Marseille
Ave. Duration:
8h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$107.59–$151.89
Renfe AVE
Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$88.60
iryo
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
Ave. Duration:
2h 52m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$37.97–$94.93
Ouigo
Phone:
+34 910 780 990
Website:
ouigo.com/es
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71
OptimaExpress
Train from Villach Hbf/Bbf to Edirne
Ave. Duration:
31h 31m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$255.64–$1,270.77
Turkish Railways (TCDD)
Train from Gebze to Ankara
Ave. Duration:
3h 37m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$6.96–$16.46
Train from Halkali to Ankara
Ave. Duration:
5h 23m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.59–$11.39
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)
Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Sofia to Halkali
Ave. Duration:
15h 11m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.92–$22.78
Airlines
Lufthansa
Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Ankara
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$113.92–$253.16
Pegasus Airlines
Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Ankara
Ave. Duration:
6h 47m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$101.26–$278.47
Turkish Airlines
Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Ankara
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.24–$443.02
Bus operators
Union Ivkoni
Bus from Madrid Mendez Alvaro Estacion Sur to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
2d 1h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$120.25–$202.52
Citylines
Bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$31.64–$43.04
Tabita Tour
Phone:
+4-0263-21.55.00
Website:
tabitatour.ro/
Bus from Méndez Álvaro Estación Sur to Sibiu
Ave. Duration:
2d
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$82.28–$177.21
Yubim
Bus from Barcelona to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
35h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$139.24–$189.87
Bus from Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
29h
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$120.25–$177.21
Bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$139.24–$189.87
Kamil Koc
Bus from İstanbul Dudullu bus station to Ankara
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$13.92–$18.99
Bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Ankara
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25
Arda Tur
Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
7h 51m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$34.18–$49.37
Pamukkale
Bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Ankara
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$15.19–$21.52
Kale Seyahat
Bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Ankara
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$28.10
Metro Turizm
Bus from Sofia to Gebze
Ave. Duration:
10h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.72–$36.71
Bus from Razgrad to Istanbul
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.19–$41.77
Bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Ankara
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$21.52
Varan
Bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Ankara
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$16.46–$164.55
Istanbul Seyahat
Bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Ankara
Ave. Duration:
7h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.14
Omega Group
Phone:
+359 878 155 116
Email:
Website:
bgrazpisanie.com/en/transport_company/omega+group+84
Bus from Sibiu to Razgrad
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$37.97–$53.16
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Ankara?
The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Ankara is to fly which costs $97.83 - $228.26 and takes 9h 19m.
What is the fastest way to get from Madrid to Ankara?
The fastest way to get from Madrid to Ankara is to fly which takes 9h 19m and costs $97.83 - $228.26 .
Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Ankara?
No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to Ankara station. However, there are services departing from Estación Sur de Autobuses and arriving at Ankara bus station via Sofia Serdica Bus Station, İstanbul Esenler and İstanbul Dudullu bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 18h.
How far is it from Madrid to Ankara?
The distance between Madrid and Ankara is 3120 km. The road distance is 3971.6 km.
How do I travel from Madrid to Ankara without a car?
The best way to get from Madrid to Ankara without a car is to train and bus via Barcelona which takes 2 days 7h and costs $163.04 - $293.48 .
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Ankara?
It takes approximately 9h 19m to get from Madrid to Ankara, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Madrid to Ankara bus from?
Madrid to Ankara bus services, operated by Yubim, depart from Estación Sur de Autobuses station.
Bus or fly from Madrid to Ankara?
The best way to get from Madrid to Ankara is to fly which takes 9h 19m and costs $97.83 - $228.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $282.61 - $347.83 and takes 2 days 18h.
Where does the Madrid to Ankara bus arrive?
Madrid to Ankara bus services, operated by Yubim, arrive at Sofia station.
What is the time difference between Madrid and Ankara?
Ankara is 2h ahead of Madrid. It is currently 05:40 in Madrid and 07:40 in Ankara.
Can I drive from Madrid to Ankara?
Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Ankara is 3972 km. It takes approximately 37h 31m to drive from Madrid 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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