How to Get from Ankara Esenboğa Airport (ESB) to Ankara Train Station (YHT)

Ankara Esenboğa Airport is about 28 km outside Ankara city centre and the train station. Depending on traffic and mode, the trip to Ankara Train Station (YHT) takes roughly 27 minutes by road or 50–70 minutes by public transport.

✓ Verified Oct 27, 2026 • 28 km road distance

Private Airport Transfer to Ankara Train Station (YHT)

Door-to-Door

27 mins •Pre-booked

€30 - €40 (Per Vehicle)

Luggage: Spacious, Meet & Greet

How to take it step-by-step:

Book online in advance and provide your flight number.
Meet the driver at the Arrivals hall with a name sign.
Ride directly for 28 km to the Ankara Gar / YHT station entrance.
Confirm the terminal or platform door with the driver.

Kiwitaxi

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Official Airport Taxi

Metered 24/7

27 mins •24/7

€21 - €24 (Per Vehicle)

Luggage: Boot Space Limited

How to take it step-by-step:

Exit Arrivals and follow signs to the official taxi rank.
Ask the driver to use the meter and say 'Ankara Gar / YHT'.
Ride 28 km; the trip takes about 27–40 minutes in normal traffic.
Pay by card or cash as agreed before starting the ride.

EGO Municipal Bus 442 to Ankara Gar

Cheapest

55 mins •Every 20-25 Mins (Day); 00:01, 02:00, 04:00 at Night

€2.70 / Person

Luggage: Limited Luggage Space

How to take it step-by-step:

Exit domestic arrivals and follow bus signs to the EGO 442 stop.
Board and pay by AnkaraKart, contactless bank card or cash, but check on the day.
Ride to the reported Ankara Gar stop; if it is not served, continue to Kızılay and take M4 two stops to Gar.
Walk from the stop into the Ankara Train Station / YHT entrance.

AnkaraAir Coach + M4 Metro to Ankara Train Station

24/7 Coach

70 mins •On Demand (24/7)

€5.20 / Person

Luggage: Coach Luggage Hold

How to take it step-by-step:

Exit Arrivals and follow coach signs to the AnkaraAir stop.
Buy online or from AnkaraAir staff at the stop and board the coach to Kızılay.
At Kızılay change to the M4 metro towards Şehitler and ride two stops to Gar.
Follow the signs from Gar station to the YHT high-speed train entrance.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

Only use the official taxi rank outside Arrivals; ignore drivers who approach you inside the terminal.
Insist the meter is switched on for the full trip and confirm card payment before boarding, because many taxis are cash-only.
Do not buy an AnkaraKart at the airport: they are not sold there, and anyone offering one may be a tout.
Havaş coaches do not go to the train station; do not board one expecting to reach Ankara Gar directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get from Ankara Esenboğa Airport to Ankara Train Station (YHT) late at night?

Taxi and AnkaraAir run 24/7. EGO bus 442 has only three night departures from the airport at 00:01, 02:00 and 04:00.

What is the cheapest way to reach Ankara Train Station from ESB?

The EGO city bus 442 costs about 150 TRY (€2.70) and is reported to stop at Ankara Gar near the YHT entrance.

Is there a metro or train from Ankara Esenboğa Airport to the city centre?

No. There is no rail or metro line to the airport; all public transport from the airport is by bus or coach on the road.

Can I pay for the EGO 442 bus with a contactless bank card?

Reports conflict. EGO previously accepted contactless bank cards and phone NFC, but you should carry both a contactless card and some Turkish lira and check with the driver or EGO app on the day.

How long does the taxi take from ESB to Ankara Train Station?

The 28 km trip takes about 27–40 minutes depending on traffic, and the metered fare is roughly €21–€24 per vehicle.

Which transfer is best for families with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer or metered taxi is easiest, because EGO bus 442 has limited luggage space and AnkaraAir requires a metro change at Kızılay.

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