İzmir to Istanbul by bus
Travelling from İzmir to Istanbul by bus takes about 7h 50m, run by Kaptanoğlu Seyahat, Havaist + Metro. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 10m.
A closer look at the Bus journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €24
- Total journey
- 7h 50m
- Change
- 1 transfer
- Operator
- Kaptanoğlu Seyahat, Havaist + Metro
Omio catalogue, Sep 7 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1İzmir to AltınovaKaptanoğlu Seyahat6h
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Altınova - 2Altınova to Sabiha Gökçen Airport
Havaist + Metro1h 30mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from İzmir to Istanbul
FlixBus runs 49 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:15 and the last at 23:59.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 49 | 00:15 | 23:59 |
| Kamil Koç | 12 | 00:30 | 23:00 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Before you travel
Where does the bus leave from?
This record does not name the departure and arrival stops. Confirm them with the ticket provider for your service.
Seats and the service
Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €23Checked Sep 2 | 1h 10mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €63Reading date not recorded | 11h 50m3 transfers | See Train details |
- Flight€23Checked Sep 21h 10m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€63Reading date not recorded11h 50m · 3 transfersSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 6h 10m€24Book
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Sep 7
İzmir to Istanbul by bus: common questions
How long does İzmir to Istanbul take by bus?
About 7h 50m, 1 transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from İzmir to Istanbul?
Omio publishes €24 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the bus from İzmir to Istanbul?
Kaptanoğlu Seyahat, Havaist + Metro. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 10m. It is cheaper too, at €23.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
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