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Izmir to Istanbul Bus Schedule
Bus from Izmir to Istanbul: Journey Information
There are 101 intercity buses per day from Izmir to Istanbul. Traveling by bus from Izmir to Istanbul usually takes around 7 hours and 15 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 203 mi (327 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $27.02 |
| Trips per day | 101 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Izmir to Istanbul?
Bus tickets for a trip from Izmir to Istanbul cost $31.41 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Izmir to Istanbul by month
What bus companies travel from Izmir to Istanbul?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Izmir to Istanbul. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 101 | 7h 15m | $31.56 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 101 trips from Izmir to Istanbul, and usually makes the trip in about 7 hours and 15 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Izmir to Istanbul
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 15 minutes to cover the 203 miles from Izmir to Istanbul. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Izmir to Istanbul, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Izmir?
Main departure station: Izmir Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Izmir.
All bus stations in Izmir:
Izmir Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Istanbul?
Main arrival station: Esenler Otogarı Otoparkı
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Istanbul.
All bus stations in Istanbul:
Esenler Otogarı Otoparkı
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