TCDD Intercity Mavi Tren (Blue Train) IC 111 connects Ankara Gar to İzmir Basmane, covering 600 km in approximately 8h30m through Anatolia and the Aegean coast. This classic Turkish train has operated since 1961 and serves as the primary rail link from the capital to the Aegean port city.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ankara Gar Ankara | Start | 06:30 |
| 2 | Eskişehir Station Eskişehir | 08:35 | 08:45 |
| 3 | İzmir Basmane İzmir | 15:00 | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official Turkey railways records. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
TCDD Intercity Mavi Tren (Blue Train) IC 111 connects Ankara Gar to İzmir Basmane, covering 600 km in approximately 8h30m through Anatolia and the Aegean coast. This classic Turkish train has operated since 1961 and serves as the primary rail link from the capital to the Aegean port city.
The train runs on every day of the week. The full route covers 3 stops with a total journey time of approximately 8h 30m.
Available travel classes include Economy, Business. Fares start from TRY 210 for Economy.
Book IC Ankara–İzmir tickets at tcdd.gov.tr, the official TCDD portal. Online booking opens 30 to 120 days before departure. Book in advance for the best seat selection and lowest available fares.
Passengers are advised to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to locate the correct platform and coach.
Standard seating, most affordable class
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Book IC Ankara–İzmir tickets at tcdd.gov.tr, the official TCDD portal. Compare fares and seat availability. Online booking typically opens 30–90 days before departure.
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