Ankara to Erbil by bus
Ankara to Erbil by bus takes about 30 hours across south-east Türkiye to Silopi and the Ibrahim Khalil crossing at Zakho. Live departures of Turkish carriers are listed on Wb3den Transport from 87,250 IQD per seat, booked online in dinars with the ticket sent on WhatsApp within 30 minutes.
| Price per seat (from) | 87,250 IQD |
|---|---|
| Journey time | About 30 hours including border processing |
| Departures | Daily Turkish-carrier departures — shown live at search |
| Vehicle | 2+1 coach |
| Pickup point | AŞTİ terminal |
| Amenities | screens, USB ports, Wi-Fi on most Turkish-carrier coaches |
| Payment | Online only (ZainCash or card) |
| Documents | Valid passport + required visa (check the current rule) |
About the Ankara to Erbil road
Modern 2+1 coaches leave Ankara's main terminal and, after exit and entry stamps at the crossing, continue to Erbil. A valid passport for every traveller; Iraqi citizens returning home need only their passport, while other nationalities should check Iraq or Kurdistan Region entry rules.
Fares are converted from lira to dinars at the current rate plus a fixed service fee; payment is online only (ZainCash or card). Times and prices change daily, so search your date.
Ankara
Ankara is Türkiye's capital in central Anatolia; coaches arrive at the AŞTİ terminal, which is connected to the metro.
Erbil
Erbil (Hawler) is the capital of the Kurdistan Region; its main bus terminal is the departure point for international lines to Türkiye, and cars to Baghdad, Sulaimaniya and Duhok run through the day.
Also spelled: Arbil, Hawler.
What to expect
The border
All lines cross between Ibrahim Khalil (Zakho) and Silopi; you step off for exit and entry stamps and on most services continue on the same coach. Processing takes one to several hours in peak season.
Documents
A passport valid for at least six months. Iraqi citizens entering Türkiye need a valid Turkish visa or residence permit; non-Iraqis entering Iraq need an Iraq or Kurdistan Region visa depending on nationality. A passport number is required for each traveller at booking.
Luggage and the coach
Mostly 2+1 coaches with wide seats, one large bag in the hold and a hand bag inside, meal stops on the way, Wi-Fi and screens on most coaches.
Payment and ticket
Turkish-carrier departures are paid online only (ZainCash or card); the carrier issues the ticket and it reaches you on WhatsApp within 30 minutes of payment. VIP coaches listed by local operators follow the payment options shown on the trip. The price shown in dinars is final.
How to book
- Choose “Ankara” and “Erbil”, the date and passenger count on the search page.
- Compare trips by time, price, vehicle and free seats; Turkish-carrier departures appear live at a final price in dinars.
- Pick your seat on the vehicle map.
- Enter your name and phone, and passport details for each traveller.
- Pay online only (ZainCash or card). You get a payment confirmation immediately and the Turkish carrier's ticket on WhatsApp within 30 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a bus from Ankara to Erbil?
Yes. 2+1 coaches of Turkish carriers are listed live on Wb3den Transport and bookable online from 87,250 IQD per seat.
How long is Ankara to Erbil by bus?
About 30 hours including border processing.
How much is the bus from Ankara to Erbil?
From 87,250 IQD per seat; fares change daily with the exchange rate.
Where does the bus leave from in Ankara?
From Ankara's main terminal; the exact platform is shown on the trip details and the ticket.
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