What is the distance between Mersin and Ankara?

Mersin and Ankara are 236 miles (381 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Mersin to Ankara?

If you're headed to Ankara from Mersin, chances are that your bus will depart from Mersin Otogarı and arrive at Ankara Otogarı. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Ankara?

Once in Ankara, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Ankara Kalesi, Atatürk Mausoleum, State Art and Sculpture Museum, Temple of Augustus and Rome and Kocatepe Mosque.

Bus Mersin to Ankara from $14 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Mersin to Ankara on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00pm	Mersin bus station	6h 15m	5:15am	Ankara Otogarı	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Mersin bus station	10h	8:30am	Ankara Otogarı	No tags
Bus	10:00am	Mersin bus station	6h 50m	4:50pm	Ankara Otogarı	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Mersin bus station	6h 45m	7:45pm	Ankara Otogarı	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Mersin bus station	6h 50m	12:20am	Ankara Otogarı	No tags

Get from Mersin to Ankara

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

7hAverage Duration

233 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Mersin and Ankara?

Stops in Mersin

A
Mersin Otogarı
Otogar Mersin, 33240 Toroslar/Mersin, Turkey
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Stops in Ankara

A
Ankara Otogarı
Ankara Otogarı, Aşti
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B
Aşti
Ankara Otobüs Terminali D:34, Aşti, Yenimahalle, Ankara, 06560, Turkey
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C
Mamak
Meşrutiyet Mahallesi, Atatürk Blv No:97, 06420 Çankaya/Ankara, Turkey
D
Kızılay
Kızılay Mahallesi, 06420 Çankaya/Ankara, Turkey
E
Söğütözü Cep Terminali (Ankara)
Kızılay 1443. Cd. no:15/1, 06590 Çankaya/Ankara, Türkiye

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Mersin to Ankara by bus

What is the distance between Mersin and Ankara?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Mersin to Ankara?
What are the best sights and things to do in Ankara?

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The cheapest trip from Mersin to Ankara was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $20

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Mersin to Ankara, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $20 to $20 for a bus ticket from Mersin to Ankara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-11-27.