Istanbul to Izmir

Istanbul to Izmir

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Izmir
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Istanbul to Izmir Destination Reviews

SM
Comfortable buses, arrive on time
Istanbul to Izmir, Bus Standard 2X1, Balikesir Uludag, Sep 8, 2025
FR
We were supposed to get off the bus at Izmir bus station but we were actually dropped at a station Dernegi
Istanbul to Izmir, Bus Standard 2X1, Luks Yalova, Jul 13, 2025
AK
Awesome
Istanbul to Izmir, Bus Standard 2X1, Villa Seyahat, May 27, 2024
AF
Overall ok, but it was 1 hour late and it was cold in the bus because the air conditioning was too strong.
Istanbul to Izmir, Bus Standard 2X2, Ema Turizm, Aug 30, 2022
IK
The main problem was that no one in the office knew what time really our bus was coming. They always were just saying “wait, wait”. It ended up departing 1h15min later and arrived to destination about 2 hours later than planned. The trip went ok except for there are no ways to charge phone on board.
Istanbul to Izmir, Bus Standard 2X2, Kale Seyahat, Jul 11, 2022
EB
They took forever to get us to our destination and made stops for random people who got on the bus while en route. Not the definition of an ideal professional bus service
Istanbul to Izmir, Bus Standard 2X1, Ema Turizm, Apr 20, 2022
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Istanbul to Izmir Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Flight
Pegasus Airlines
Economy
00:00
01:10
€23.50
Bus
Lux Aydin Turizm
Standard 2X1
00:16
07:16
€19.95
Bus
Gold Istanbul
Standard 2X1
00:38
05:38
€16.98
Bus
Villa Seyahat
Standard 2X1
00:55
07:55
€15.98
Bus
Gold Istanbul
Standard 2X2
01:14
08:14
€19.97
  5.0
Bus
Can Istanbul Turizm
Standard 2X1
01:30
08:30
€17.98
Bus
Metro Turizm
Standard 2X1
01:50
08:50
€16.98
Bus
Gold Istanbul
Standard 2X2
02:09
09:09
€13.96
Bus
Istanbul Kalesi
Standard 2X1
02:30
09:30
€14.98
  5.0
Bus
Gold Istanbul
Standard 2X1
02:54
08:54
€16.98
Bus
Kale Seyahat
Standard 2X2
03:20
12:20
€22.97
Bus
Varan Turizm
Standard 2X1
03:45
09:45
€21.97
Bus
Nilufer Turizm
Standard 2X2
04:30
13:30
€17.98
Flight
Turkish Airlines
Economy
04:50
06:05
€70.50
Flight
AJet
Economy
05:10
08:50
€88.86
Bus
Istanbul Kalesi
Standard 2X1
05:30
17:30
€14.98
  4.2
Flight
AJet
Economy
05:50
07:05
€21.06
Flight
Pegasus Airlines
Economy
06:10
07:20
€52.50
Bus
Balikesir Uludag
Standard 2X1
06:30
15:30
€20.97
Flight
Turkish Airlines
Economy
06:50
08:00
€89.00

Transportation from Istanbul to Izmir

Facts about the transport from Istanbul to Izmir

Cheapest Transport€17
Fastest Transport1h 5m
Earliest Departure12:15 AM
Latest Departure11:59 PM
Departures per day118
Distance700 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAJet, Ajet, Balikesir Uludag, Canakkale Truva, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Didim Seyahat, Gold Istanbul, Istanbul Kalesi, Izmir Turizm, Kale Seyahat, Luks Yalova, Lux Aydin Turizm, Metro Turizm, Pegasus Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Varan Turizm, Villa Seyahat

How to get from Istanbul to Izmir

When you want to get from Istanbul to Izmir, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about EUR 111.80. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as EUR 16.08.

How far is Istanbul from Izmir?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Istanbul to Izmir. Your trip will be a total of 436 miles (700 km). The flying distance is 573 miles (921 km).

How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Izmir?

The travel time from Istanbul to Izmir can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 14 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Istanbul to Izmir?

The cost of the trip from Istanbul to Izmir varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Istanbul Kalesi: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as EUR 16.08 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as EUR 111.80.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Istanbul to Izmir:

  • Bus tickets - EUR 16.08 to EUR 25.27;
  • Plane tickets - EUR 16.58 to EUR 111.79;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 537.77 to EUR 540.49.

How many trips per day are there between Istanbul and Izmir?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 00:15 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:59. There are 69 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Istanbul to Izmir depart during the day - there are approximately 49 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Istanbul to Izmir. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is EUR 16.58.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Istanbul to Izmir

AJet, Ajet, Pegasus Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Istanbul to Izmir is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Istanbul to Izmir. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as EUR 537.77.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Istanbul to Izmir

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Istanbul to Izmir? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 86% decided to go for a bus.
  • 14% users took a plane.