The cheapest and fastest buses from Mersin to Ankara
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
380 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Mersin to Ankara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mersin to Ankara will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 2 buses that leave Mersin for Ankara on Sat, Mar 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 380 km distance in an average of 7 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 9 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train and bus for Mersin to Ankara
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Mersin to Ankara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €13, and a bus costs an average of €13.
Distance: 380 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€16 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest |
7h 36m Average total duration Fastest 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 42m Average total duration 18h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Mersin to Ankara bus times
The table below shows live departures for Mersin to Ankara buses for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:30 PM Mersin | 6h50 | 9:20 PM Ankara | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Mersin, Otobüs Terminali | 5h30 | 3:00 AM Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Mersin to Ankara by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Mersin to Ankara
Buses from Mersin to Ankara run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 380 km distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 380 km |
Average bus duration 7h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Mersin to AnkaraYou can travel by bus between Mersin to Ankara with FlixBus for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Mersin to Ankara
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mersin to Ankara by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ankara, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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