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The cheapest and fastest coaches from İzmir to Istanbul

Showing times and prices for 14 Aug

Cheapest price

51S$

Average price

51S$

Fastest journey

6 h 10 m

Average duration

6 h 17 m

Buses per day

106

Distance

328 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from İzmir to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from İzmir to Istanbul will cost around 51S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 51S$.

Fast coaches

Of the 106 buses that leave İzmir for Istanbul every day 106 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 328 km distance in an average of 6 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:20 AM7h20
    Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
    9:40 AMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
    51 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:15 AM7h45
    Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
    9:00 AMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
    51 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:45 PM6h50
    Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
    6:35 AMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
    51 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:00 PM7h45
    İzmir, Bus Terminal
    9:45 PMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
    51 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:00 PM7h35
    İzmir, Bus Terminal
    10:35 PMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
    51 S$1One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and flight for İzmir to Istanbul

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from İzmir to Istanbul among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 36S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 36S$, and a flight costs an average of 39S$.

Distance: 328 km

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Most popular
Coach
Flight

43S$

Average Price

Cheapest

85S$

Average Price

4h 39m

Average total duration

4h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 36m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 36m

Onboard

+

3h 0m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.0 - 2.0kg

CO2 emissions

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Pegasus

Most popular airline

Direct Options

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Live departures

İzmir to Istanbul bus times

The table below shows live departures for İzmir to Istanbul coaches for today, Thursday, 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus8:55 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h20
4:15 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:55 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h00
3:55 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h15
4:15 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
6h55
3:55 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:45 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h10
4:55 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:45 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h45
5:30 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h30
5:30 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
6h55
4:55 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:45 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h10
5:55 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:45 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h45
6:30 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h30
6:30 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
6h55
5:55 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:45 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
6h50
6:35 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:45 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
6h30
6:15 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:59 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
6h36
6:35 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:59 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
6h16
6:15 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
Friday, 14 August
FlixBusFlixBus12:15 AM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
6h45
7:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:15 AM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
6h25
6:40 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:30 AM İzmir, Bus Terminal
6h10
6:40 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:30 AM İzmir, Bus Terminal
6h30
7:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:45 AM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
6h25
7:10 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:45 AM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
6h45
7:30 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:00 AM İzmir, Bus Terminal
6h10
7:10 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:00 AM İzmir, Bus Terminal
6h30
7:30 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:15 AM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h45
9:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:15 AM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h25
8:40 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:30 AM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h10
8:40 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:30 AM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h30
9:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:20 AM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h20
9:40 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:20 AM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h40
10:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:30 AM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h10
9:40 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:30 AM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h30
10:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:00 AM İzmir, Bus Terminal
6h55
9:55 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:00 AM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h30
10:30 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:45 AM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h10
10:55 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:45 AM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h45
11:30 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:00 AM İzmir, Bus Terminal
6h55
10:55 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:00 AM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h30
11:30 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:45 AM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h45
2:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:45 AM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h10
1:55 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:00 AM İzmir, Bus Terminal
6h55
1:55 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:00 AM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h30
2:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:45 AM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h05
4:50 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:45 AM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h25
5:10 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:00 AM İzmir, Bus Terminal
6h50
4:50 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:00 AM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h10
5:10 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:45 AM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h10
5:55 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:45 AM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h45
6:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:00 AM İzmir, Bus Terminal
6h55
5:55 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:00 AM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h30
6:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:15 AM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
8h00
7:15 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:15 AM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h25
6:40 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:30 AM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h10
6:40 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:30 AM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h45
7:15 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:45 AM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h25
7:10 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:45 AM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h45
7:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h30
7:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h10
7:10 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:45 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h45
8:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:45 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h20
8:05 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h30
8:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h05
8:05 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:19 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h56
9:15 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:19 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h41
9:00 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:30 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h30
9:00 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:30 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h45
9:15 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:45 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h40
9:25 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:45 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
8h00
9:45 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h45
9:45 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h25
9:25 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:15 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h40
9:55 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:15 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
8h15
10:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:30 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h25
9:55 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:30 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
8h00
10:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:45 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h30
10:15 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:45 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h50
10:35 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h35
10:35 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h15
10:15 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:45 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h25
11:10 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus3:45 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h45
11:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h30
11:30 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h10
11:10 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:15 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h44
11:59 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:15 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h59
12:14 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:30 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h44
12:14 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:30 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h29
11:59 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:45 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h10
11:55 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus4:45 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h24
12:09 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
6h55
11:55 PM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h09
12:09 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:45 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h45
1:30 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus5:45 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h24
1:09 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h30
1:30 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h09
1:09 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:45 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
7h40
2:25 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus6:45 PM Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
8h15
3:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
8h00
3:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:00 PM İzmir, Bus Terminal
7h25
2:25 AM İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from İzmir to Istanbul

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Buses from İzmir to Istanbul run on average 90 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 36S$ if you book in advance.

There are 90 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 328 km distance in 6h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
328 km
Average bus duration
4h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
36S$
Buses per day
90
Direct buses
90
Fastest bus
6h 10m
First bus
12:05 AM
Last bus
11:58 PM
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
28 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus from İzmir to IstanbulYou can travel by bus between İzmir to Istanbul with FlixBus for as low as 36S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 10m
Cheapest Price
36S$
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

FAQs: İzmir to Istanbul coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from İzmir to Istanbul by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Istanbul, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from İzmir to Istanbul can start from as little as 36S$ when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for İzmir to Istanbul is 43S$; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from İzmir to Istanbul is 6h 10m to travel the 328 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from İzmir to Istanbul leaves at 12:05 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from İzmir to Istanbul leaves at 11:58 pm.
Yes, there are 90 direct coaches a day from İzmir to Istanbul with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from İzmir to Istanbul, you can count on FlixBus for the best way to get you to Istanbul. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between İzmir and Istanbul and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from İzmir , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including İzmir, Bus Terminal, Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) . When arriving in Istanbul , you can end your trip in coach stations like Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler), İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı, Istanbul, Dudullu Giden Yolcu Terminali .Passengers board the coach most frequently from İzmir, Bus Terminal, which is located around 6 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler), located 5 away from the city centre.
A trip to Istanbul from İzmir is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from İzmir to Istanbul is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between İzmir and Istanbul including taking a coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from İzmir to Istanbul:
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from İzmir to Istanbul for coach company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from İzmir to Istanbul depends on the coach companies:
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
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No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from İzmir to Istanbul.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from İzmir to Istanbul:
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from İzmir to Istanbul:
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from İzmir to Istanbul. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from İzmir to Istanbul with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from İzmir to Istanbul with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from İzmir to Istanbul with the following coach company: FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in İzmir and Istanbul

Most İzmir to Istanbul buses use the İzmir, Otobüs Terminali to Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) station pair, with some services arriving at İstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı. Use this guide to compare İzmir and Istanbul bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in İzmir
Arrival bus stations in Istanbul

Which İzmir station do buses to Istanbul leave from?

Buses from İzmir to Istanbul leave from İzmir, Otobüs Terminali. The station is 7 km from İzmir city centre at Karacaoğlan, Kemalpaşa Cd., 35070 Bornova/İzmir, Türkiye.
İzmir, Otobüs TerminaliKaracaoğlan, Kemalpaşa Cd., 35070 Bornova/İzmir, TürkiyeWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to İzmir, Otobüs Terminali from İzmir city centre

İzmir, Otobüs Terminali is 6 km from İzmir city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus60, 64, 117, 367 · 29m · every ~10 min
302 · 53m · every ~7 min

İzmir, Otobüs Terminali bus station facilities and services

İzmir, Otobüs Terminali has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Multiple cafes and fast-food outlets.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free wifi available in the main areas. ATMs are aTMs located near the main entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at İzmir, Otobüs Terminali.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at İzmir, Otobüs Terminali: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at İzmir, Otobüs Terminali: Accessible ramps and services for disabled passengers.

Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)Karacaoğlan, Kemalpaşa Cd., 35070 Bornova/İzmir, TürkiyeWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) from İzmir city centre

Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) is 7 km from İzmir city centre. Public transport options include:

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Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) bus station facilities and services

Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Fast food and cafe services available.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç). ATMs are aTMs available near ticket counters.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç): Ramps for wheelchair access provided.

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