- Must visit
Göreme Open-Air Museum
Open-air museum of rock-cut churches, monasteries, and frescoes. Cappadocia's signature museum site and an essential first visit.
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ankara to Nevşehir is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ankara to Nevşehir will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 4 buses that leave Ankara for Nevşehir on Wed, Aug 05, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 215 km distance in an average of 3 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 4 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Buses from Ankara to Nevşehir run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 133 miles (215 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 133 miles (215 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:59PM | Arrival Time 12:29AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 4h46 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
The table below shows live departures for Ankara to Nevşehir buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 4:00 AM Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 3h30 | 7:30 AM Nevshehir, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 4h55 | 11:25 AM Nevshehir, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri) | 4h10 | 11:25 AM Nevshehir, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 3h35 | 12:35 PM Nevshehir, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 4h55 | 2:55 PM Nevshehir, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri) | 4h15 | 2:55 PM Nevshehir, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 3h40 | 4:40 PM Nevshehir, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 3h30 | 7:30 PM Nevshehir, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 5h20 | 12:20 AM Nevshehir, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 PM Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri) | 4h35 | 12:20 AM Nevshehir, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 4h46 | 4:45 AM Nevshehir, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Open-air museum of rock-cut churches, monasteries, and frescoes. Cappadocia's signature museum site and an essential first visit.
Converted cave-house museum preserving domestic interiors and traditional village life in Cappadocia's rock settlements.
Museum devoted to Hacı Bektaş Veli, housed in a historic dervish lodge complex with courtyards, ritual spaces, and exhibits.
Iconic Cappadocia valley filled with fairy chimneys, cave dwellings, and photo spots. Ideal for easy walks and sunrise views.
Spectacular erosion-carved valley with ridges and pastel rock forms. Popular for hiking, photography, and sunset panoramas.
Scenic valley famous for pink-toned rock formations and interconnected trails between cave churches and viewpoints.
Testi Kebabı is Cappadocia’s signature meat stew, slow-cooked with vegetables inside a sealed clay pot and cracked open at the table.
Düğü Çorbası is a traditional wedding soup made with fine bulgur and pulses. It is a comforting regional staple served across Nevşehir homes.
Nevşehir Tava is a local oven-baked dish of lamb or beef, tomatoes, peppers, and garlic, cooked together for rich central Anatolian flavor.
Established fine dining venue in Uçhisar, known for elegant Anatolian plates, local ingredients, and panoramic terrace views.
Well-known cave restaurant in Uçhisar serving Cappadocian and Anatolian dishes, with a refined setting and strong regional wine list.
Long-standing Göreme restaurant focused on pottery kebab, grilled meats, and regional cuisine in a relaxed cave-style dining room.
Moderate for Cappadocia: hotels and tours raise costs, but local meals and buses stay reasonable versus major European tourist regions.
Restaurants: 5-10% if service is not included. Cafes: round up or leave small change. Taxis: round up the fare; tips are modest.
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