İzmir to Istanbul by train + bus
This route from İzmir to Istanbul is not by train the whole way: by bus, train it takes about 11h 50m in total, run by Airport shuttle bus, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş., FlixBus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 10m.
A closer look at the Train journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €63
- Total journey
- 11h 50m
- Change
- 3 transfers
- Operator
- Airport shuttle bus, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş., FlixBus
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The journey, step by step
- 1İzmir Adnan Menderes to ÇiğliAirport shuttle bus47m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Çiğli - 2Çiğli to Balıkesir
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş.3h 56mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Balıkesir - 3Balıkesir to Gebze
FlixBus2h 30mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Before you travel
Which station?
The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
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 |
| Bus | €24Omio catalogue, Sep 7 | 7h 50m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€23Checked Sep 21h 10m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€24Omio catalogue, Sep 77h 50m · 1 transferSee Bus 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 train: common questions
How long does İzmir to Istanbul take by train?
The train does not cover the whole route: train + bus together take about 11h 50m, 3 transfers.
How much is a train ticket from İzmir to Istanbul?
The best price in our latest check was €63. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from İzmir to Istanbul?
Airport shuttle bus, TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş., FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train 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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