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Based on 581 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were the most satisfied with the cleanliness and the staff, but often complained about the wifi.
Very good bus ride
This is the 3rd time I have used this bus service, initially Istanbul to Bodrum then a return journey split into 2. Each time it has impressed me less, it was difficult to communicate with the attendant, he didn't know English and I don't know Turkish, I struggled to connect to the internet it was not accepting my reservation number, when used a translate app to ask the attendant he said try passport number which didn't work and then he said because I'm not Turkish I can use the facility. The leg room for my seat was very narrow especially as passenger in from reclined back as much as they could which made it worse. For such a long journey I was very uncomfortable. The bus gets stopped for Police to check ID, seems at random, I have experience this up to 3 times on my first trip, was just the once on this service. I am glad I leaving Turkey tomorrow and not returning so won't be using this service again.
Clean, comfortable and the free tea, coffee and snacks nice surprise. Luggage safety stowed and receipt give
Based on 79 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were the most satisfied with the cleanliness, but often complained about undefined.
Very comfortable bus and so good service!
Based on 6 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were the most satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but often complained about the cleanliness and the wifi.
Like a plane among buses
Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were the most satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness, but often complained about the wifi.
Based on 27 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were the most satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness, but often complained about the timeliness and the wifi.
I am very satisfied with everything. Thanks God for the safe trip and pleasant time.
Busbud helps you find a bus from Izmir to Istanbul. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.
Bus service from Izmir to Istanbul will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.
From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Izmir to Istanbul, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.
| Daily Buses | 185 |
| Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 12:00AM - 11:59PM |
| Minimum Price | $14 |
| Average Ticket Price | $24 |
| Minimum Trip Duration | 2h25m |
| Average Bus Trip Duration | 7h16m |
| Bus Companies on This Route | Pamukkale Turizm, Metro Turizm, İstanbul Kalesi, Varan Turizm, Balıkesir Uludağ |
İzmir Otogarı, Karacaoğlan, Kemal Paşa Cad. No:1 D:158, 35070 Bornova/İzmir
Dokuz Eylül Mh., Adnan Menderes Havaalanı, 35410 Gaziemir/İzmir, Turkey
Esenler Otogarı, 34035 Bayrampaşa / İstanbul, Turkey
Güzeltepe, Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı İstanbul, Türkiye, 34060 Eyüp, Turkey
Avcılar Belediyesi Cihangir Mahallesi Yolcu Aktarma İstasyonu, 34310 Avcılar/İstanbul
Fatih Mahallesi, Rıza Küçükoğlupaşa Cd., 34500 Büyükçekmece/İstanbul, Turkey
Altıntepsi, O-3, 34220 , Esenler/İstanbul, , Turkey
Esenler Otogarı, Altıntepsi, 34035 Bayrampaşa/İstanbul, Türkiye
The best way to travel from Izmir to Istanbul is by bus. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.
The average travel time from Izmir to Istanbul is about 7h 16m, but you can get there in as little as 2h 25m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 204 miles (329 km) that separate the two cities.
The distance between the two cities is 204 miles (329 km).
On average, there are 185 daily departures on this route, offered by Pamukkale Turizm, Metro Turizm and İstanbul Kalesi. The number of buses from Izmir to Istanbul can differ depending on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Izmir to Istanbul a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!
The first bus leaves at 12:00 AM and the last one leaves at 11:59 PM.
If you're headed to Istanbul from Izmir, chances are that your bus will depart from İzmir Otogarı and arrive at Esenler Otogarı. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $14.
The average bus ticket price from Izmir to Istanbul is $24. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $14 to $173, so it's good to do your research before booking.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Izmir to Istanbul. The total travel time for the round-trip is about 4h 50m. So you'll have enough time to visit Istanbul before returning to Izmir in the evening.
Once in Istanbul, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Turkish Baths, Istanbul Aquarium, Sakip Sabanci Museum, Eminonu Pier and Sultanahmet or The Blue Mosque.
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Izmir to Istanbul, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $11 to $31 for a bus ticket from Izmir to Istanbul based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2023-09-18.
Usually pamukkale will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Izmir and Istanbul!
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Izmir to Istanbul, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Izmir to Istanbul that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Izmir to Istanbul.
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
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