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Compare all timetables for the bus from Izmir to Istanbul

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Izmir to Istanbul from various bus operators like Pamukkale Turizm, FlixBus or Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm for the next days.

today
£14
tomorrow
£14
Sunday
£14
Monday
£13
Tuesday
£13
Wednesday
£13
Thursday
£15

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm 8h 0m 02:00 Izmir Basmane 10:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Basic £14
Kale Seyahat 8h 0m 03:30 Izmir Central Coach Station 11:30 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £14
Metro Turizm 7h 30m 13:00 Izmir Central Coach Station 20:30 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £14
Gold İstanbul 9h 0m 23:54 Izmir Central Coach Station 08:54 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £14
Didim Seyahat 8h 0m 23:59 Izmir Central Coach Station 07:59 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £14

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Metro Turizm 7h 30m 01:30 Izmir Central Coach Station 09:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £14
Kale Seyahat 9h 0m 10:30 Izmir Central Coach Station 19:30 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £14
Gold İstanbul 6h 0m 23:54 Izmir Central Coach Station 05:54 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £14
Villa Seyahat 8h 0m 11:00 Izmir Central Coach Station 19:00 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £15
İzmir Turizm 9h 0m 11:30 Izmir Central Coach Station 20:30 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £15

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Villa Seyahat 7h 0m 00:29 Izmir Central Coach Station 07:29 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £14
Kale Seyahat 7h 0m 00:30 Izmir Central Coach Station 07:30 Istanbul Dudullu Coach Station  Economy £14
Metro Turizm 6h 0m 01:30 Izmir Central Coach Station 07:30 Istanbul Samandira Coach Station  Economy £14
Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm 8h 0m 02:00 Izmir Basmane 10:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Basic £14
İzmir Turizm 9h 0m 11:30 Izmir Central Coach Station 20:30 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £15

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm 6h 45m 12:00 Izmir Basmane 18:45 Istanbul Dudullu Coach Station  Basic £13
Kale Seyahat 8h 0m 00:30 Izmir Central Coach Station 08:30 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £14
Metro Turizm 8h 0m 02:00 Izmir Central Coach Station 10:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £14
Kamil Koc 7h 30m 07:00 Izmir Central Coach Station 14:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £18
FlixBus 7h 0m 15:00 Izmir Central Coach Station 22:00 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £18

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm 6h 0m 08:00 Izmir Basmane 14:00 Istanbul Dudullu Coach Station  Basic £13
Villa Seyahat 7h 0m 01:00 Izmir Central Coach Station 08:00 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £14
Kale Seyahat 7h 0m 00:30 Izmir Central Coach Station 07:30 Istanbul Dudullu Coach Station  Economy £14
Metro Turizm 6h 0m 01:30 Izmir Central Coach Station 07:30 Istanbul Samandira Coach Station  Economy £14
İzmir Turizm 9h 0m 11:30 Izmir Central Coach Station 20:30 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £15

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm 7h 0m 01:00 Izmir Basmane 08:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Basic £13
Metro Turizm 6h 30m 02:00 Izmir Central Coach Station 08:30 Istanbul Samandira Coach Station  Economy £14
Kamil Koc 7h 30m 07:00 Izmir Central Coach Station 14:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £18
FlixBus 7h 0m 15:00 Izmir Central Coach Station 22:00 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £18
Pamukkale Turizm 7h 0m 00:30 Izmir Basmane 07:30 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £19

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm 7h 0m 01:00 Izmir Basmane 08:00 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Basic £15
Metro Turizm 7h 30m 13:00 Izmir Central Coach Station 20:30 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £15
Kamil Koc 7h 30m 07:00 Izmir Central Coach Station 14:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station  Economy £18
FlixBus 7h 0m 15:00 Izmir Central Coach Station 22:00 Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı  Economy £18
Pamukkale Turizm 7h 0m 00:30 Izmir Basmane 07:30 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station  Economy £19
  • Did you know that if you travel from Izmir to Istanbul via Bursa, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      8h 31m
      0
      23:59
      Izmir
      Basmane
      04:45
      Bursa
      Şehreküstü Coach Stop
      0
      Busbud
      Basic
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • 12Go Asia
      3h 0m
      0
      05:30
      Bursa
      Central Coach Station
      08:30
      Istanbul
      Dudullu Coach Station
      0
      12Go Asia
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is 1h 31m longer, but you will save £2

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Izmir to Istanbul is £11 on 03/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Izmir and Istanbul

See here how frequent the connections between Izmir and Istanbul are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 616 daily coaches from Izmir to Istanbul. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 392 daily coaches between Izmir and Istanbul.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 1059 coaches from Izmir to Istanbul, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Izmir and Istanbul, with 669 offers.

Facts about coaches from Izmir to Istanbul

Compare all providers like Pamukkale Turizm, FlixBus and Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm that travel 508 times every day by bus from Izmir to Istanbul in one click! Book your bus ticket from Izmir to Istanbul starting from £11!

Cheapest Bus £11
Fastest Bus 4h 46m
Earliest Coach 00:30
Latest Coach 23:59
Daily Bus Connections 508 Ø
Distance 328.0 km
Coach Companies Pamukkale Turizm, FlixBus, Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm, Metro Turizm, Kamil Koc, Kale Seyahat, İstanbul Kalesi, Çanakkale Truva Turizm, Varan Turizm, Villa Seyahat and 4 more.

Cheapest coach connections from Izmir to Istanbul

Every day, 508 buses from 14 coach companies leave Izmir for Istanbul: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
Friday 05/12
£14
Saturday 06/12
£14
Sunday 07/12
£14
Monday 08/12
£26
Tuesday 09/12
£12
Wednesday 10/12
£12
Thursday 11/12
£26
Friday 12/12
£15
Saturday 13/12
£19
Sunday 14/12
£12
Monday 15/12
£14
Tuesday 16/12
£12
Wednesday 17/12
£12
Thursday 18/12
£26
Friday 19/12
£12
Saturday 20/12
£12
Sunday 21/12
£12
Monday 22/12
£12
Tuesday 23/12
£12
Wednesday 24/12
£12
Thursday 25/12
£12
Friday 26/12
£12
Saturday 27/12
£17
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Izmir to Istanbul

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Izmir to Istanbul, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £12, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Izmir to Istanbul. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £12.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Izmir to Istanbul, with £12. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £13.

How to save money travelling from Izmir to Istanbul

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Izmir to Istanbul in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Izmir to Istanbul, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Izmir to Istanbul are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Izmir to Istanbul

These are the most booked bus companies between Izmir to Istanbul from our users.

Pamukkale Turizm from Izmir to Istanbul

Pamukkale Turizm

Here you will find the key facts about the Pamukkale Turizm bus route Izmir to Istanbul:

Cheapest Price £19
Fastest Coach 5h 0m
Earliest Coach 00:30
Last Coach 23:59
Daily Connections 152 Ø
Found on 04/12/2025

Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm from Izmir to Istanbul

Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm

Here you will find the key facts about the Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm bus route Izmir to Istanbul:

Cheapest Price £13
Fastest Coach 5h 45m
Earliest Coach 01:00
Last Coach 23:59
Daily Connections 64 Ø
Found on 04/12/2025

Metro Turizm from Izmir to Istanbul

Metro Turizm

Here you will find the key facts about the Metro Turizm bus route Izmir to Istanbul:

Cheapest Price £14
Fastest Coach 4h 46m
Earliest Coach 01:00
Last Coach 23:59
Daily Connections 45 Ø
Found on 04/12/2025

Latest reviews for coach companies on the route Izmir - Istanbul

İstanbul Kalesi
Dalal Smiley, 09/04/2025
It was such a pleasure to travel on board of the Istanbul Kalesi bud from Izmir to Istanbul. The journey was very smooth and the service very friendly and caring. The internet worked , the seats were ... It was such a pleasure to travel on board of the Istanbul Kalesi bud from Izmir to Istanbul. The journey was very smooth and the service very friendly and caring. The internet worked , the seats were very comfortable, the bus very clean. Thank you

All bus stations and stops in Izmir and Istanbul

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Izmir and Istanbul.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Izmir to Istanbul? Compare all modes of transports from Izmir to Istanbul.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Izmir to Istanbul

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Izmir to Istanbul? Or which bus companies serve the route Izmir to Istanbul? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Izmir to Istanbul bus

How much does a Izmir - Istanbul coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Izmir - Istanbul bus trip is available from £11 and takes 5h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Izmir to Istanbul?

The connection Izmir to Istanbul is offered by 14 companies with ticket prices ranging from £11 to £31. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Izmir - Istanbul route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Izmir to Istanbul is offered by roughly 508 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Istanbul from Izmir take?

The quickest coach from Izmir to Istanbul is provided by Metro Turizm and takes 4h 46m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £14. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Izmir to Istanbul?

The earliest bus to Istanbul departs from Izmir at 00:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Izmir to Istanbul?

The latest bus to Istanbul departs from Izmir at 23:59. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Izmir - Istanbul route?

Passengers looking to travel from Izmir to Istanbul can travel with Pamukkale Turizm, FlixBus and Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Izmir and Istanbul?

You can check all the direct connections between Izmir and Istanbul by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Pamukkale Turizm, FlixBus and Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm.

What can I take with me on the bus to Istanbul from Izmir?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Izmir Istanbul bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Izmir Istanbul bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Izmir to Istanbul on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Izmir to Istanbul

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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