Ankara to Esenler by train
Esenler lies 359 km (223 mi) west of Ankara, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 10 min at the speeds typical of Turkey rail, over roughly 438 km (272 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Ankara | Esenler | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Turkey |
| Population | 3.5 million | 520,235 |
| Elevation | 874 m (2,867 ft) | 72 m (236 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) |
| Stations on record | Hipodrom railway station, Gazi Mahallesi railway station, Gazi railway station | none listed |
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Common questions
How far is Esenler from Ankara?
359 km (223 mi) in a straight line, west of Ankara; by road roughly 438 km (272 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ankara to Esenler by train?
About 3 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ankara and Esenler?
No, both are on Europe/Istanbul at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.