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5Jun

Seats

Istanbul

Ankara

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:00

IstanbulSogutlucesme

4h 30m

10:30

AnkaraAnkara Station

Direct

High-speed

YHT 81002

from

4515 USD

4h 30m, Direct

06:00

IstanbulSogutlucesme

10:30

AnkaraAnkara Station

from

4515 USD

Direct

High-speed

YHT 81002

06:00

IstanbulSogutlucesme

4h 16m

10:16

AnkaraEryaman Yht

Secondary station

Direct

High-speed

YHT 81002

from

4310 USD

4h 16m, Direct

06:00

IstanbulSogutlucesme

10:16

AnkaraEryaman Yht

Secondary station

from

4310 USD

Direct

High-speed

YHT 81002

Day trains

12:20

IstanbulSogutlucesme

4h 13m

16:33

AnkaraAnkara Station

Direct

High-speed

YHT 81010

from

4515 USD

4h 13m, Direct

12:20

IstanbulSogutlucesme

16:33

AnkaraAnkara Station

from

4515 USD

Direct

High-speed

YHT 81010

12:20

IstanbulSogutlucesme

3h 59m

16:19

AnkaraEryaman Yht

Secondary station

Direct

High-speed

YHT 81010

from

4310 USD

3h 59m, Direct

12:20

IstanbulSogutlucesme

16:19

AnkaraEryaman Yht

Secondary station

from

4310 USD

Direct

High-speed

YHT 81010

Evening trains

18:20

IstanbulSogutlucesme

4h 31m

22:51

AnkaraAnkara Station

Direct

High-speed

YHT 81024

from

4515 USD

4h 31m, Direct

18:20

IstanbulSogutlucesme

22:51

AnkaraAnkara Station

from

4515 USD

Direct

High-speed

YHT 81024

18:20

IstanbulSogutlucesme

4h 17m

22:37

AnkaraEryaman Yht

Secondary station

Direct

High-speed

YHT 81024

from

4310 USD

4h 17m, Direct

18:20

IstanbulSogutlucesme

22:37

AnkaraEryaman Yht

Secondary station

from

4310 USD

Direct

High-speed

YHT 81024

First train

05:30

Last train

23:33

Travel duration

4h 34m

Daily departures

153

Departure station

Istanbul

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Ankara

Ticket price

from $16

Fastest trip

3h 12m

Longest trip

8h 51m

Top Routes in Turkey

Main Turkish rail corridors Ankara-Istanbul is Turkey's busiest YHT corridor, with trains between Ankara Gar and Istanbul Sogutlucesme taking about 4 hours 30 minutes. Ankara-Konya takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and also supports through Istanbul-Konya services of around 5 hours. Ankara-Eskisehir takes about 1 hour 25 minutes, making it a frequent business and student route. Ankara-Sivas YHT services take around 2 hours 35 minutes on the newer eastbound high-speed line. Conventional routes include Izmir Basmane-Denizli in about 4 hours and the Dogu Ekspresi from Ankara to Kars in roughly 26 hours.

Istanbul to Ankara

Travel from Istanbul to Ankara by YHT and visit the Anitkabir mausoleum or explore the historical Citadel and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.

Frequency

153 times per day

Popular Trains

Anahat,YHT

Istanbul

Turkey

4h 34m

Ankara

Turkey

Istanbul to Konya

Travel from Istanbul to Konya by YHT and visit the Mevlana Museum or explore the Seljuk architecture of the Alaeddin Mosque and surrounding parks.

Frequency

36 times per day

Popular Trains

YHT

Istanbul

Turkey

5h 10m

Konya

Turkey

Istanbul to Eskisehir

Travel from Istanbul to Eskisehir by high-speed train and explore the Odunpazari Modern Museum or walk through the historic Sazova Park district.

Frequency

84 times per day

Popular Trains

Anahat,YHT

Istanbul

Turkey

3h 0m

Eskisehir

Turkey

Ankara to Konya

Travel from Ankara to Konya by high-speed YHT train and visit the Mevlana Museum or see the historical Seljuk architecture at Alaeddin Mosque.

Frequency

43 times per day

Popular Trains

YHT

Ankara

Turkey

1h 55m

Konya

Turkey

Istanbul to Kocaeli

Travel from Istanbul to Kocaeli by YHT and explore the Izmit waterfront or visit the nearby historic Seka Park and various museums in the city.

Frequency

92 times per day

Popular Trains

Anahat,YHT

Istanbul

Turkey

1h 14m

Kocaeli

Turkey

Istanbul to Sakarya

Travel from Istanbul to Sakarya by YHT and visit Sapanca Lake or explore the natural scenery of the Tarakli district and Justinianus Bridge.

Frequency

64 times per day

Popular Trains

Anahat,YHT

Istanbul

Turkey

1h 42m

Sakarya

Turkey

Istanbul to Bilecik

Travel from Istanbul to Bilecik by high-speed train and visit the tomb of Edebali or explore the historical Ottoman origins in this hillside city.

Frequency

114 times per day

Popular Trains

Anahat,YHT

Istanbul

Turkey

2h 32m

Bilecik

Turkey

Ankara to Eskisehir

Travel from Ankara to Eskisehir by YHT train and visit the historic Odunpazari houses or explore the gondola rides along the Porsuk River.

Frequency

63 times per day

Popular Trains

Anahat,YHT

Ankara

Turkey

1h 25m

Eskisehir

Turkey

Karaman to Istanbul

Travel from Karaman to Istanbul by YHT and visit the Blue Mosque or explore the historic Grand Bazaar after arriving at Sogutlucesme station.

Frequency

5 times per day

Popular Trains

YHT

Karaman

Turkey

6h 18m

Istanbul

Turkey

Kocaeli to Ankara

Travel from Kocaeli to Ankara by high-speed train and visit the Anitkabir mausoleum or explore the historical Citadel in the nation's capital.

Frequency

85 times per day

Popular Trains

Anahat,YHT

Kocaeli

Turkey

3h 18m

Ankara

Turkey

Istanbul to Sivas

Travel from Istanbul to Sivas by high-speed train and visit the historic Gok Medrese or explore the Seljuk architecture of the Divrigi Great Mosque.

Frequency

3 times per day

Popular Trains

YHT

Istanbul

Turkey

6h 40m

Sivas

Turkey

Ankara to Sivas

Travel from Ankara to Sivas by YHT high-speed train and visit the Great Mosque and Hospital of Divrigi or explore the historic Sivas Buruciye Madrasa.

Frequency

17 times per day

Popular Trains

Anahat,YHT

Ankara

Turkey

9h 17m

Sivas

Turkey

Ankara to Izmir

Travel from Ankara to Izmir by train and visit the ancient ruins of Ephesus or explore the seaside promenade of Kordon and the Kemeralti Bazaar.

Frequency

6 times per day

Popular Trains

Anahat

Ankara

Turkey

13h 19m

Izmir (Basmane)

Turkey

Ankara to Kars

Travel from Ankara to Kars by Dogu Express and visit the medieval ruins of Ani or see the frozen Lake Cildir in the eastern highlands of Turkey.

Frequency

2 times per day

Popular Trains

Anahat

Ankara

Turkey

22m

Kars

Turkey

Konya to Kocaeli

Travel from Konya to Kocaeli by YHT and visit the Mevlana Museum or discover the industrial heritage and Izmit Bay views in the Marmara region.

Frequency

22 times per day

Popular Trains

YHT

Konya

Turkey

3h 59m

Kocaeli

Turkey

Your Complete Guide to Train Travel in Turkey

Turkey's core passenger rail services are operated by TCDD Tasimacilik, the state-owned train company. YHT high-speed trains run from Ankara to Istanbul, Konya, Karaman, Eskisehir, and Sivas, with the Ankara-Istanbul trip taking about 4 hours 30 minutes to Sogutlucesme. Ankara to Konya takes about 1 hour 50 minutes, while Ankara to Sivas takes around 2 hours 35 minutes on the high-speed line opened for passenger service in 2023. Istanbul services use Asian-side stations such as Sogutlucesme and Bostanci, with Halkali handling many long-distance and regional departures on the European side. Outside the YHT network, TCDD Tasimacilik runs mainline express, regional, and sleeper services across Anatolia and the Aegean. The Dogu Ekspresi links Ankara with Kars in about 26 hours, and Izmir Basmane has regional trains toward Denizli, Odemis, Tire, and other towns. Major rail cities include Ankara, Istanbul, Eskisehir, Konya, Izmir, Sivas, Kayseri, Adana, and Kars. Turkey also has operational cross-border passenger rail on the Halkali-Sofia night train, which connects Istanbul with Bulgaria through Kapikule.

How to Buy Train Tickets in Turkey

Buying train tickets in Turkey through Rail Monsters is a straightforward and user-friendly experience. Our platform empowers you to book tickets for both high-speed and regional trains seamlessly. With a variety of payment options and round-the-clock customer support available in multiple languages, you'll find traveling across Turkey's diverse rail network to be a delightful adventure.

Domestic and Regional Coverage

Find tickets for high-speed, mainline, and regional TCDD Tasimacilik routes serving Ankara, Eskisehir, Izmir, Sivas, and Kars.

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Search YHT trains on Ankara-Istanbul, Ankara-Konya, Ankara-Sivas, and Istanbul-Konya routes through Rail Monsters.

Pay Online for Turkey Trains

Use major credit and debit cards or supported digital payment methods to complete your Turkey train booking online.

Reserve Popular Routes Early

YHT seats often open weeks before departure, and Ankara-Istanbul trains can sell out before holidays and weekends.

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Receive booking confirmation by email, with ticket details and boarding information for eligible Turkey train services.

Domestic and Regional Coverage

Find tickets for high-speed, mainline, and regional TCDD Tasimacilik routes serving Ankara, Eskisehir, Izmir, Sivas, and Kars.

Book TCDD Tasimacilik YHT Tickets

Search YHT trains on Ankara-Istanbul, Ankara-Konya, Ankara-Sivas, and Istanbul-Konya routes through Rail Monsters.

Pay Online for Turkey Trains

Use major credit and debit cards or supported digital payment methods to complete your Turkey train booking online.

Reserve Popular Routes Early

YHT seats often open weeks before departure, and Ankara-Istanbul trains can sell out before holidays and weekends.

24/7 Multilingual Support

Rail Monsters provides real human support in English and other languages for booking questions, changes, and refund requests.

Digital Ticket Delivery

Receive booking confirmation by email, with ticket details and boarding information for eligible Turkey train services.

Turkey Railway Network Map

Turkey's rail map centers on Ankara, where YHT lines branch west to Eskisehir and Istanbul, south to Konya and Karaman, and east to Sivas. Istanbul has key stops at Halkali, Bakirkoy, Bostanci, and Sogutlucesme. Conventional TCDD Tasimacilik lines extend from Ankara toward Kayseri and Kars, from Izmir Basmane toward Denizli, and from Adana toward Mersin and Gaziantep.

Turkey trains Classes and Tickets Information

Anahat ClassesYHT Classes

from

$371

Economy Class

from

$7994

Sleeper Car

How to buy train tickets in Turkey

On Rail Monsters, search Turkish train routes by origin, destination, and date. Compare available TCDD Tasimacilik options, including YHT high-speed trains, mainline services, and regional trains where inventory is available. Choose Economy, Business, couchette, or sleeper options when offered for that route, then complete payment online. Confirmation and ticket details are sent by email. For Turkey, passengers should keep the booking name and ID document consistent, since onboard checks may occur. Advance booking is strongly recommended for Ankara-Istanbul YHT trains and Dogu Ekspresi sleeping car space.

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FAQ and Facts About Trains in Turkey

Who operates trains in Turkey?

TCDD Tasimacilik operates most passenger trains in Turkey. It runs YHT high-speed services, long-distance mainline trains, regional trains, and sleeper trains such as the Dogu Ekspresi between Ankara and Kars. TCDD manages the national rail infrastructure, while TCDD Tasimacilik handles train operations. Urban rail systems such as Marmaray in Istanbul and Baskentray in Ankara serve suburban corridors rather than long-distance intercity trips.

Are trains in Turkey reliable?

YHT trains in Turkey generally provide the most dependable timing because they use dedicated or upgraded high-speed infrastructure between Ankara, Eskisehir, Istanbul, Konya, Karaman, and Sivas. Conventional long-distance trains such as the Dogu Ekspresi cover much longer routes and can be affected by weather, single-track sections, or operational delays. At Ankara Gar and Istanbul Sogutlucesme, arriving at least 30 minutes before departure gives time for station access and platform checks.

How long is the train from Istanbul to Ankara?

The YHT from Istanbul Sogutlucesme to Ankara Gar usually takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, depending on the departure and intermediate stops. Some trains also serve Bostanci, Pendik, Gebze, Izmit, Arifiye, Bilecik, Bozuyuk, and Eskisehir. Istanbul's European-side Halkali station has selected services, but many YHT departures use Asian-side stations. Ankara-Istanbul is Turkey's main high-speed corridor, so advance booking is useful on Fridays, Sundays, and public holidays.

What ticket classes are available on YHT trains?

TCDD Tasimacilik YHT trains usually offer Economy and Business class seating. Economy commonly uses 2+2 seating, while Business class commonly uses a wider 2+1 layout. Seat assignment is included on high-speed services. Some long-distance conventional trains have couchette or sleeping car options, depending on the route and rolling stock. Rail Monsters sells individual train tickets for Turkey, not rail passes, and the main booking choice is the specific train, date, and class.

Why take the train instead of driving or flying in Turkey?

YHT routes link city centers without airport transfer time, which matters on Ankara-Konya, Ankara-Eskisehir, and Ankara-Istanbul trips. Ankara to Konya takes about 1 hour 50 minutes by train, and Ankara to Eskisehir takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. Driving those routes often takes longer once city traffic and rest stops are included. Trains also allow fixed seating, onboard movement, and lower per-passenger emissions than domestic flights on electrified high-speed sections.

Can I reach Kars by train in Turkey?

Yes. The Dogu Ekspresi runs between Ankara and Kars, covering one of Turkey's longest passenger rail routes in roughly 26 hours. The train serves cities including Kirikkale, Kayseri, Sivas, Erzincan, and Erzurum before reaching Kars. Sleeping and couchette accommodation may be available depending on the service and date. Kars station gives access to Ani archaeological site by road, while Sarikamis lies on the same rail corridor.

Why should I book Turkey train tickets in advance?

Turkey's YHT trains have assigned seats and limited capacity, so popular departures can sell out before peak travel dates. Ankara-Istanbul, Ankara-Konya, Istanbul-Konya, and Ankara-Sivas see strong demand around weekends, school breaks, Ramadan Bayram, and Republic Day. Booking early gives more choice of departure times and class. Long-distance sleeper options on trains such as the Dogu Ekspresi are especially limited, so early reservation matters when beds are required.

How do I book Turkey train tickets through Rail Monsters?

Enter your origin, destination, and travel date on Rail Monsters, then compare available TCDD Tasimacilik trains by departure time, trip length, and seat class. Select a YHT, mainline, or regional service where available, add passenger details, and pay online. Rail Monsters sends confirmation and ticket information by email. For Turkish trains, passengers should carry the same ID document used during booking, as staff may check it on board.

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Main Train Types in Turkey

YHT is Turkey's high-speed train brand, operated by TCDD Tasimacilik at up to 250 km/h on routes linking Ankara with Istanbul, Konya, Karaman, Eskisehir, and Sivas. Mainline express trains cover longer conventional routes across Anatolia, including Ankara-Kars on the Dogu Ekspresi. Regional trains serve shorter corridors such as Izmir Basmane-Denizli, Adana-Mersin, and Zonguldak-Karabuk. Sleeper and couchette cars operate on selected long-distance services, subject to train type and date. Marmaray and Baskentray handle suburban travel in Istanbul and Ankara, but intercity bookings focus on YHT, mainline, and regional TCDD Tasimacilik services.