Ankara High-Speed Train Station Car Rental

Ankara High-Speed Train Station (Ankara YHT Gari) is where high-speed trains from Istanbul via Eskisehir and from Konya arrive in the capital. The modern station building opened in 2016, built over the high-speed platforms between Celal Bayar Boulevard and the historic Ankara Station, to which it is linked by footbridge. Railway history here goes back to 1892, and the art deco station building from 1937 is still in use next door.

The station is just southwest of Ulus, within walking distance of Ankara's old centre. Ankara High-Speed Train Station car rental is useful if you are travelling with luggage, have meetings at addresses far apart such as the ministries district, Sogutozu or Bilkent, or want to continue from Ankara to nearby towns and provinces.

Otorento is a comparison and booking platform: it shows cars, prices and rental terms from independent suppliers serving the station area in one list. Prices vary by date, car group and supplier, and every supplier offers free cancellation and 24/7 support. A compact car makes parking around Kizilay and Ulus easier; for families, winter trips or drives to Beypazari or Eskisehir, a larger car with more boot space is more comfortable.

Location and getting around

The station is a hub of the city's rail network. The Gar stop on metro line M4 serves the station and is two stops from Kizilay. The Baskentray suburban line between Sincan and Kayas calls at the historic station platforms, and the Ankaray light rail is reached via Maltepe. EGO bus 442 and the AnkaraAir coaches to Esenboga Airport also stop at the station.

City boulevards lead to Kizilay and Cankaya, and the airport road to Esenboga; neither route has tolls. Heading for Istanbul, you join the Anadolu Motorway (O-4) via the Ankara ring road (O-20). That motorway is tolled and paid electronically via HGS: rental cars normally carry a tag, and the supplier charges the tolls afterwards according to its terms.

Picking up your car

The handover point depends on the supplier you book. Some hand over cars in the station car park, some meet you at a station entrance, others at a nearby office. The exact meeting point, phone number and directions are in your Ankara High-Speed Train Station car rental confirmation; save them on your phone before boarding.

• Documents: a valid driving licence, your passport and the payment card the supplier asks for. Visitors may drive on a licence issued abroad for up to six months after entry; check your supplier's licence requirements, and whether your home country advises carrying an International Driving Permit.

• Deposit: typically held on a credit card in the main driver's name; deposit and minimum age are shown in the car details.

• Train delays: add your train and arrival time to the booking notes, and call the supplier on the number in your confirmation if you are running late.

• Meeting point: the station spans several buildings and levels, so agree in advance which entrance or car park level you will meet at.

Ankara High-Speed Train Station car hire also works one way: some suppliers let you return the car at Esenboga Airport or in another city. Change the return location in the search to see the options.

Places to visit by car

• Anitkabir: the mausoleum of Ataturk, one of the closest sights to the station; approx. 3 km.

• Ankara Castle and Hamamonu: historic houses inside the citadel and restored old streets; approx. 3 km.

• Golbasi and Lake Mogan: lakeside walking paths south of the city; approx. 19 km.

• Beypazari: a town known for its old mansions and bazaar, a good day trip; approx. 100 km.

Driving and parking tips

• The boulevards between the station, Ulus and Kizilay are busy at weekday rush hours. If you are catching a train, allow extra time even for short distances.

• Streets around Ulus and Ankara Castle are narrow and steep, with little street parking. Use a car park and walk the old quarter.

• Returning the car at the station? Leave time for the return check and the walk to your platform; crossing between the station building and the platforms takes a few minutes.

• Ankara gets snow and ice in winter. If you are driving to Beypazari or other provinces, check whether the car comes with winter tyres.

Nearby locations

For airport pick-up, see Ankara Esenboga Airport. Travelling on by high-speed train? Compare Konya High-Speed Train Station or Eskisehir.