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

today
$22
tomorrow
$22
Wednesday
$23
Thursday
$23
Friday
$22
Saturday
$27
Sunday
$27

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm 5h 15m 2:45 AM Istanbul Dudullu Bus Station 8:00 AM Izmir Basmane  Economy $22
Gold İstanbul 6h 0m 1:08 AM Istanbul Anadolu 7:08 AM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $22
Metro Turizm 8h 0m 10:00 AM Istanbul Otogar Bus Station 6:00 PM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $23
İstanbul Kalesi 8h 0m 10:30 AM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı 6:30 PM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $23
Villa Seyahat 8h 0m 5:25 AM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı 1:25 PM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $23

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm 8h 0m 9:30 PM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı 5:30 AM Izmir Basmane  Economy $22
Metro Turizm 8h 0m 10:00 AM Istanbul Otogar Bus Station 6:00 PM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $23
İstanbul Kalesi 7h 0m 1:29 AM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı 8:29 AM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $23
Villa Seyahat 8h 0m 5:25 AM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı 1:25 PM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $24
Didim Seyahat 8h 0m 10:25 PM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı 6:25 AM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $24

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm 5h 30m 12:45 AM Istanbul Dudullu Bus Station 6:15 AM Izmir Basmane  Economy $23
Metro Turizm 8h 0m 10:00 AM Istanbul Otogar Bus Station 6:00 PM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $24
Villa Seyahat 8h 0m 5:25 AM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı 1:25 PM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $24
Gold İstanbul 8h 0m 11:48 PM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı 7:48 AM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $24
İzmir Turizm 9h 0m 11:20 AM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı 8:20 PM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $25

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm 8h 0m 9:30 PM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı 5:30 AM Izmir Basmane  Economy $23
Metro Turizm 6h 15m 9:45 AM Istanbul Samandira Bus Station 4:00 PM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $24
Villa Seyahat 7h 0m 12:25 AM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı 7:25 AM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $27
Pamukkale Turizm 5h 30m 11:45 PM Istanbul Dudullu Bus Station 5:15 AM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $28
İzmir Turizm 9h 0m 11:20 AM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı 8:20 PM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $30

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm 6h 15m 3:45 AM Istanbul Dudullu Bus Station 10:00 AM Izmir Basmane  Economy $22
Metro Turizm 5h 30m 12:45 AM Istanbul Samandira Bus Station 6:15 AM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $23
Can Istanbul Turizm 9h 0m 4:30 PM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı 1:30 AM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $24
Villa Seyahat 7h 0m 12:25 AM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı 7:25 AM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $25
Isparta Petrol 12h 0m 5:00 PM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı 5:00 AM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $25

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Isparta Petrol 12h 0m 5:00 PM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı 5:00 AM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $27
Nilüfer Turizm 9h 0m 3:00 PM Istanbul Esenler Bus Station 12:00 AM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $27
Metro Turizm 8h 0m 10:45 AM Istanbul Samandira Bus Station 6:45 PM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $28
Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm 5h 30m 12:45 AM Istanbul Dudullu Bus Station 6:15 AM Izmir Basmane  Economy $29
İzmir Turizm 9h 0m 11:20 AM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı 8:20 PM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Istanbul to Izmir via Bursa, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Istanbul Konfor
      7h 0m
      0
      8:00 PM
      Istanbul
      Dudullu Bus Station
      11:00 PM
      Bursa
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Istanbul Konfor
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • Kamil Koc
      3h 45m
      0
      11:15 PM
      Bursa
      Central Bus Station
      3:00 AM
      Izmir
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Kamil Koc
      Economy
      $13
    Travel time is 1h 30m longer, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm 6h 15m 12:30 AM Istanbul Alibeyköy Otogarı 6:45 AM Izmir Basmane  Economy $27
Metro Turizm 8h 0m 10:00 AM Istanbul Otogar Bus Station 6:00 PM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $30
Lüks Yalova 9h 0m 10:30 PM Istanbul Harem central bus station 7:30 AM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $32
Pamukkale Turizm 5h 30m 11:45 PM Istanbul Dudullu Bus Station 5:15 AM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $33
FlixBus 5h 40m 12:15 AM Istanbul Dudullu Bus Station 5:55 AM Izmir Central Bus Station  Economy $34
  • Did you know that if you travel from Istanbul to Izmir via Bursa, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Istanbul Konfor
      7h 0m
      0
      8:00 PM
      Istanbul
      Dudullu Bus Station
      11:00 PM
      Bursa
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Istanbul Konfor
      Economy
      $11
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • Kamil Koc
      3h 45m
      0
      11:15 PM
      Bursa
      Central Bus Station
      3:00 AM
      Izmir
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Kamil Koc
      Economy
      $13
    Travel time is 1h 30m longer, but you will save $3

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Istanbul to Izmir is $21 on 6/24/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Istanbul and Izmir

See here how frequent the connections between Istanbul and Izmir are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 685 daily buses from Istanbul to Izmir. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 439 daily coaches between Istanbul and Izmir.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 1481 buses from Istanbul to Izmir, while Night sees the fewest connections between Istanbul and Izmir, with 836 offers.

Facts about the bus from Istanbul to Izmir

Compare all providers like Pamukkale Turizm, Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm and FlixBus that travel 593 times every day by bus from Istanbul to Izmir in one click! Book your bus ticket from Istanbul to Izmir starting from $21!

Cheapest Bus $21
Fastest Bus 4h 30m
Earliest Bus 12:15 AM
Latest Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes 593 Ø
Distance 203.9 miles
Bus Companies Pamukkale Turizm, Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm, FlixBus, Metro Turizm, Kamil Koc, Villa Seyahat, Kale Seyahat, Varan Turizm, Çanakkale Truva Turizm, İzmir Turizm and 7 more.

Cheapest bus connections from Istanbul to Izmir

Every day, 593 buses from 17 bus companies leave Istanbul for Izmir: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/22/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/21
Monday 06/22
$23
Tuesday 06/23
$23
Wednesday 06/24
$21
Thursday 06/25
$21
Friday 06/26
$21
Saturday 06/27
$27
Sunday 06/28
$26
Monday 06/29
$24
Tuesday 06/30
$26
Wednesday 07/01
$29
Thursday 07/02
$22
Friday 07/03
$26
Saturday 07/04
$22
Sunday 07/05
$26
Monday 07/06
$26
Tuesday 07/07
$22
Wednesday 07/08
$26
Thursday 07/09
$22
Friday 07/10
$26
Saturday 07/11
$29
Sunday 07/12
$22
Monday 07/13
$26
Tuesday 07/14
$22
Wednesday 07/15
$22
Thursday 07/16
$22
Friday 07/17
$22
Saturday 07/18

The cheapest time to travel from Istanbul to Izmir

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Istanbul to Izmir, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $21, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Istanbul to Izmir. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $22.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Istanbul to Izmir, with $21. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $22.

How to save money travelling from Istanbul to Izmir

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 Istanbul to Izmir 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 Istanbul to Izmir, 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 buses from Istanbul to Izmir are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Istanbul to Izmir

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

Pamukkale Turizm from Istanbul to Izmir

Pamukkale Turizm

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

Cheapest Price $28
Fastest Bus 4h 30m
Earliest Bus 12:15 AM
Last Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Connections 165 Ø
Found on 6/21/2026

Villa Seyahat from Istanbul to Izmir

Villa Seyahat

Here you will find the key facts about the Villa Seyahat bus route Istanbul to Izmir:

Cheapest Price $23
Fastest Bus 7h 0m
Earliest Bus 12:25 AM
Last Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Connections 38 Ø
Found on 6/22/2026

Lüks Yalova from Istanbul to Izmir

Lüks Yalova

Here you will find the key facts about the Lüks Yalova bus route Istanbul to Izmir:

Cheapest Price $28
Fastest Bus 9h 0m
Earliest Bus 10:30 PM
Last Bus 10:30 PM
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 6/22/2026

Latest reviews for bus companies on the route Istanbul - Izmir

İstanbul Kalesi
Ahmet, 1/17/2026
17.01.2025 tarihinde İstanbul Esenler Otogarı’ndan saat 23.30 kalkışlı İstanbul–İzmir seferi için İstanbul Kalesi firmasıyla yolculuk yapmaktaydım. Araç daha yola çıkar çıkmaz 3.30’a kadar sürekli tit ... 17.01.2025 tarihinde İstanbul Esenler Otogarı’ndan saat 23.30 kalkışlı İstanbul–İzmir seferi için İstanbul Kalesi firmasıyla yolculuk yapmaktaydım. Araç daha yola çıkar çıkmaz 3.30’a kadar sürekli titreye titreye ilerledi ve sonunda araçtan sesler gelmeye başlayıp araç arızalandı. Bize bir usta geleceği söylendi ancak kimse gelmedi. Daha sonra saat 6.50 civarında İstanbul’dan yolcu indirip buraya gelecek bir araç ayarlandığı bilgisi verildi, bu araç da yaklaşık 7.30 gibi ancak gelebildi. Yeni araca geçtiğimizde bu sefer eski araçtaki bavullarımız ortada yoktu. Eski araçtan yeni araca bagaj aktarılırken aracın havası kaçırıldığı, bu nedenle bagaj bölmesinin açılamadığı söylendi. Yolculara bagajların sağ salim teslim edileceği söylenerek ikna edilmeye çalışıldık, ancak bu belirsizlik içinde yolculuğa devam etmek zorunda bırakıldık. Şu anda ise daha yeni yola çıkmış durumdayız, yaklaşık 7,5 saattir yoldayız ve ancak Bolu civarına gelebildik. Şoförlerle yaptığımız görüşmelerde ustanın geleceği, aracın şu saatte geleceği gibi sözler verilmesine rağmen hem usta gelmedi hem de belirtilen saatte yeni araç gelmedi, hiçbir somut çözüm sunulmadı. Bu süreçte hem ciddi zaman kaybı yaşadık hem de bagajlarımızla ilgili güven sorunu oluştu. Ben bu kadar ihmalkâr, plansız ve yolcuyu mağdur eden bir hizmet anlayışının denetlenmesini ve gerekli yaptırımların uygulanmasını, firmanın bu şekilde hizmet vermeye devam etmemesi için gereken her türlü işlemin ilgili merciler tarafından yapılmasını talep ediyorum.
Kamil Koc
Saila , 8/3/2025
Bus très propre et climatisé, possibilité de se divertir grâce à des écrans installé devant vous , Merci a la personne qui fait le service à bord, pour son hospitalité et son professionnalisme. Belle ... Bus très propre et climatisé, possibilité de se divertir grâce à des écrans installé devant vous , Merci a la personne qui fait le service à bord, pour son hospitalité et son professionnalisme. Belle expérience
Pamukkale Turizm
Feryal Guler , 7/4/2025
Pamukkale Turin otobusu ile seyahat ettim. Yolculugum gunduz vakti idi ve inanilmaz sicakti. Otobusun klimasi bozuktu, tum yolculuk boyunca sadece havalandirma calistirildi. Sicak yaz aylarinda bu sek ... Pamukkale Turin otobusu ile seyahat ettim. Yolculugum gunduz vakti idi ve inanilmaz sicakti. Otobusun klimasi bozuktu, tum yolculuk boyunca sadece havalandirma calistirildi. Sicak yaz aylarinda bu sekilde bir otobusun serviste olmasi, yolcularinizin sagliginizi umursamamaniz gercekten cok buyuk hayal kirikligi oldu benim icin ve guvenimi sarsti..

All bus stations and stops in Istanbul and Izmir

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Compare the bus with other modes of transport

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Service and Comfort on the bus from Istanbul to Izmir

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

FAQs about the Istanbul to Izmir bus

How much does a Istanbul Izmir bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $21 and takes 6h 0m to reach Izmir. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 17 companies with a range of ticket prices between $21 and $37. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Izmir.

On average, how many connections are available from Istanbul to Izmir each day?

Every day, the Istanbul to Izmir bus route is served by approximately 593 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Istanbul to Izmir take?

The fastest bus from Istanbul to Izmir is offered by Pamukkale Turizm and takes 4h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $28. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Istanbul to Izmir?

The earliest bus arriving in Izmir from Istanbul starts at 12:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Istanbul to Izmir?

The latest bus trip departing from Istanbul for Izmir starts at 11:59 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Istanbul Izmir route?

When traveling by bus from Istanbul to Izmir, passengers can travel with Pamukkale Turizm, Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Izmir?

You can check all the direct connections between Istanbul and Izmir 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, Balıkesir Uludağ Turizm and FlixBus.

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

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

What equipment is available for the Istanbul Izmir 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 traveling 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 Istanbul to Izmir on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Istanbul to Izmir?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 593 daily trips between Istanbul and Izmir. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Istanbul to Izmir?

Prices and availability for 593 trips between Istanbul and Izmir change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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