Istanbul to Izmir Bus and Coach

Q: What is the distance between Istanbul and Izmir?

The distance between these two places is a total of 295 mi.

Q: What is the average travel time between Istanbul and Izmir?

The average travel time between the stations is 08:07 hours.

Q: What is the ticket price for the journey from Istanbul to Izmir?

The ticket prices begin from £14.

Q: How many daily departures are there from Istanbul to Izmir?

The average number of daily departures is 50. However, we would advise you to look up specific dates you're interested in so that you make sure to check the number of departures on the travel date you are interested in the most.

Q: Are all the buses direct on the route from Istanbul to Izmir?

The majority of the coaches are direct, and if there is a layover, you will see a notice on the website and there will be an icon indicating that there is a layover involved.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Istanbul to Izmir?

All the coaches have air conditioning, reclining seats, luggage storage and they make breaks along the way to ensure all the passengers get enough resting time and can make a toilet break.

Q: How can I travel from Istanbul to Izmir by bus?

To travel from Istanbul to Izmir by bus, choose your preferred departure time and book your ticket through our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available.

Q: How can I find which buses operate between Istanbul and Izmir?

Use our online ticket tool to find schedules, routes, and ticket prices for buses operating between your chosen stations.

Q: When do the first and last buses leave Istanbul?

The first bus departs at 00:00, and the last bus departs at 23:59.

Q: Do I need to print my ticket for the journey from Istanbul to Izmir?

No, you don't need to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus driver, but ensure your phone battery is charged.

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Istanbul to Izmir Route Overview

Istanbul to Izmir bus and coach is a popular way of travelling.There are up to 184 daily bus departures available, including 100 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Istanbul at 00:00h, arriving at Izmir at 07:00h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 23:59h, arriving at 07:59h the following day.

Departure station and country Istanbul, Turkey

Arrival station and country Izmir, Turkey

Travel Distance 295 mi

Average Trip Duration 08h 07min

Total Departures 184

Popular Operators Metro turizm, FlixBus

Lowest Price £14

Transportation Options Coach, Plane

Popular Departures

Below you will find some of the most popular coach departures from Istanbul to Izmir:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

07:00 İstanbul Avrupa

7h 45min

14:45 İzmir

FlixBus

from 32.49 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 14. Apr

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13:20 İstanbul Avrupa

7h 25min

20:45 İzmir

FlixBus

from 32.49 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 14. Apr

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00:10 Istanbul

7h 0min

DIRECT

07:10 Izmir

Can Istanbul Turizm

from 22.4772 HRK

Best offer on 26. Apr

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00:20 Istanbul

7h 0min

DIRECT

07:20 Izmir

Didim Seyahat

from 18.1401 HRK

Best offer on 24. Apr

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02:00 Istanbul

7h 0min

DIRECT

09:00 Izmir

Istanbul Kalesi

from 25.3883 HRK

Best offer on 16. Apr

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Traveling by coach from Istanbul to Izmir

The shortest travel distance between Istanbul and Izmir is 295 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 01:45 has a travel time of 05:15h. The longest travel time on the route is 11:00h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and restroom. Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.

Overnight coaches

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Izmir earlier, there are over 50 overnight coaches from Istanbul to Izmir. The overnight coaches depart between 14:30 and 23:59 and arrive between 00:15 and 08:59 the same day. Below are the most popular night departures to Izmir:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

18:20 İstanbul Avrupa

7h 25min

01:45 İzmir

FlixBus

from 32.49 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 14. Apr

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22:59 İstanbul Avrupa

7h 16min

06:15 İzmir

FlixBus

from 32.49 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 14. Apr

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18:15 Istanbul

8h 0min

DIRECT

02:15 Izmir

Balikesir Uludag

from 19.33 HRK

Best offer on 14. Apr

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18:45 Istanbul

8h 0min

DIRECT

02:45 Izmir

Varan Turizm

from 27.59 HRK

Best offer on 14. Apr

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19:00 Istanbul

9h 0min

DIRECT

04:00 Izmir

Istanbul Kalesi

from 25.3883 HRK

Best offer on 16. Apr

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Bus companies operating the Istanbul to Izmir route

There are 8 bus companies operating this route. These companies have not been reviewed by travellers yet. Below is a list of the most popular bus companies on this route.

Metro turizm

7.1 FlixBus

Istanbul Kalesi

Varan Turizm

Balikesir Uludag

Luks Yalova

Didim Seyahat

Can Istanbul Turizm

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Istanbul or Izmir coach stations, including general information and other popular routes, please see the links below.

Istanbul

You can see information about the departure station and stops Istanbul here

Izmir

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Izmir here

Cheapest tickets

Below are the most affordable ticket options available, depending on availability:
Adult ticket: £14 (One-Way) or £28 (Return).

Travel reviews for Istanbul to Izmir bus

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