Turkish State Railways
Night Trains from Ankara to Istanbul
1 night train connects Ankara and Istanbul, run by Turkish State Railways. Compare timetables, stops, journey time and where to book. Trains run in both directions — Ankara to Istanbul and Istanbul to Ankara.
1 train on this route
Ankara → İstanbul Halkalı (22001 / 12002)
Fixed fare— what does this mean?
Book any time. The price won't rise, but berths sell out.
Book any time — the price won't rise, but berths sell out.
Ankara → İstanbul Halkalı
22001- Ankara22:00
- Eskişehir
- İstanbul Pendik
- İstanbul Sögütlücesme
- İstanbul Halkalı07:27
İstanbul Halkalı → Ankara
12002- İstanbul Halkalı22:00
- İstanbul Sögütlücesme
- İstanbul Pendik
- İzmit
- Ankara06:37
Frequently asked questions
How many night trains run between Ankara and Istanbul?+
1 night train connects Ankara and Istanbul, run by Turkish State Railways.
How long does the Ankara to Istanbul night train take?+
The fastest overnight journey is about 9h 27m.
How much is a night train from Ankara to Istanbul?+
Turkish State Railways sells this route on a fixed tariff: the fare is set by distance and comfort class, so it does not rise as the departure approaches and booking early does not make it cheaper — though sleeper berths do sell out.
How do I book a night train from Ankara to Istanbul?+
Compare the trains above and book directly with Turkish State Railways.