Which train journey is best in Turkey?

Eastern Express in Turkey is one of the most scenic train routes in the world. The famed rail route is perfect during late autumn or winter if you want to experience cinematic views of nature under a blanket of snow. There are two train options for travelling on the same route; touristic and the non-touristic.



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Turkish trains are reputable with their relatively low prices and well-designed amenities compared to other countries. Turkish Republic State Railways (TCDD, DDY) trains can be useful during your Turkey trip, providing reliable and comfortable service.

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There are several categories of bus travel: municipal buses, the local dolmus, long-distance buses, and short-distance minibuses. In big cities, such as Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, and Antalya, municipal buses provide a cheap way to get around, if you can actually figure out how.

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Ticket prices To compare train, bus and plane fares in Turkey, let's look at the fares on specific routes. For example, on the Ankara — Istanbul route (which is about 450 kilometre-long), the corresponding tickets will cost: bus — 6–12 $; train — 11 $;

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The Dogu express, also called Dogu ekspresi, from Ankara to Kars is the longest train journey in Turkey. It takes 24 hours and is among the world most epic train rides in Europe with some of the most spectacular landscapes.

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Maharajas' Express, India The Maharajas' Express holds the record for the most expensive train trips in the world. It costs $3,385 to spend a night in this traveling Presidential Suite. The Maharajas' Express is operated by the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC).

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The Venice Simplon-Orient Express (VSOE) is the world's most authentic luxury train.

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Key Points: Trans-Siberian is the longest train trip in the world at seven days long. It travels 10,214 km across 16 major rivers, 876 stations, and 87 cities.

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There is no direct train between Istanbul and Cappadocia. However, if you wanted, you could take a bus to Gebze, then take the train from Gebze to Konya, and then take a bus from from Konya to Göreme. It seems like more hassle than it's worth unless you're like… super into trains.

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Travel from Istanbul (Turkey) to Antalya (Turkey) by train (482km): schedule and information to the train connection.

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Budget-Friendly Travel Planning You should plan to spend around TRY926 ($34) per day on your vacation in Turkey, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, TRY317 ($12) on meals for one day and TRY160 ($5.95) on local transportation.

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In summary, the cost of a trip to Turkey can vary depending on your preferences and the time of year. On average, budget travelers can expect to spend around $40 to $60 per day, while mid-range travelers may spend between $100 to $150 per day. Luxury travelers should budget at least $200 per day.

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