How to travel from İzmir to Istanbul

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Travel Information between İzmir and Istanbul

distanceDistance203 miles (328 km)
modeAvailable travel modesBus or flight
priceTicket price range$26 - $35
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $26 (€24) • 4 h 55 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • $35 (€32) • 1 h 10 min
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixBus or Pegasus Airlines

Travel 203 miles (328 km) by bus or flight from İzmir to Istanbul. The most popular travel companies which serve this route are FlixBus or Pegasus Airlines among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or flight from İzmir to Istanbul.

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from İzmir to Istanbul

How to get from İzmir to Istanbul by train, bus or flight.

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bus

The best way to travel from İzmir to Istanbul is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

FlixBusFlixBus
09:00AM6h55
İzmir, Bus Terminal
03:55PMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
$381One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBusFlixBus
09:00AM6h55
İzmir, Bus Terminal
03:55PMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
$381One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Pegasus AirlinesPC2213
05:50AM1h10
Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
07:00AMIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
$911One-way
0 transfers
Other options
FlixBusFlixBus
09:00AM7h15
İzmir, Bus Terminal
04:15PMIstanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)
$381One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
10:00AM7h10
İzmir, Bus Terminal
05:10PMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
$381One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
08:45AM7h10
Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç)
03:55PMİstanbul, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı
$381One-way
0 transfers
Pegasus AirlinesPC3306
06:40AM1h20
Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
08:00AMIstanbul Airport (IST)
$911One-way
0 transfers
Pegasus AirlinesPC2183
09:00AM1h10
Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
10:10AMIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
$1791One-way
0 transfers
Pegasus AirlinesPC2185
11:00AM1h10
Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB)
12:10PMIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
$1991One-way
0 transfers

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Travel from İzmir to Istanbul on FlixBus and Turkish Airlines travel with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

    Turkish Airlines is Turkey’s leading airline and you can choose between EcoFly, ExtraFly, PrimeFly, Business Ticket for your next travel from İzmir to Istanbul.

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