What is the cheapest way to get from İzmir to Istanbul (State)?

The cheapest way to get from İzmir to Istanbul (State) is to rideshare which costs 738 ₺ and takes 8h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from İzmir to Istanbul (State)?

The fastest way to get from İzmir to Istanbul (State) is to fly and Metro which takes 2h 52m and costs 1.600 ₺ - 3.900 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between İzmir and Istanbul (State)?

No, there is no direct bus from İzmir to Istanbul (State). However, there are services departing from Izmir Otogar and arriving at İstanbul Esenler via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.

Is there a direct train between İzmir and Istanbul (State)?

No, there is no direct train from İzmir to Istanbul (State). However, there are services departing from Izmir and arriving at Yenikapi via Eskisehir and Pendik. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 54m.

How far is it from İzmir to Istanbul (State)?

The distance between İzmir and Istanbul (State) is 374 km. The road distance is 462.9 km.

How do I travel from İzmir to Istanbul (State) without a car?

The best way to get from İzmir to Istanbul (State) without a car is to bus and train via Konakoğlu rest station which takes 7h 45m and costs 1.300 ₺ - 1.900 ₺.

How long does it take to get from İzmir to Istanbul (State)?

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from İzmir to Istanbul (State), including transfers.

Where do I catch the İzmir to Istanbul (State) bus from?

İzmir to Istanbul (State) bus services, operated by Pamukkale Turizm, depart from Izmir Otogar station.

Where do I catch the İzmir to Istanbul (State) train from?

İzmir to Istanbul (State) train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Izmir station.

Train or bus from İzmir to Istanbul (State)?

The best way to get from İzmir to Istanbul (State) is to train which takes 13h 54m and costs 1.100 ₺ - 1.700 ₺. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 700 ₺ - 2.100 ₺ and takes 7h 46m.

Where does the İzmir to Istanbul (State) bus arrive?

İzmir to Istanbul (State) bus services, operated by Pamukkale Turizm, arrive at İstanbul Esenler station.

Where does the İzmir to Istanbul (State) train arrive?

İzmir to Istanbul (State) train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Eskisehir station.

Can I drive from İzmir to Istanbul (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between İzmir to Istanbul (State) is 463 km. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from İzmir to Istanbul (State).

Where can I stay near Istanbul (State)?

There are 4294+ hotels available in Istanbul (State).

Can I share a ride from İzmir to Istanbul (State)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between İzmir and Istanbul (State). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

İzmir to Istanbul (State) - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, Metro, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from İzmir to Istanbul (State) by plane, train, bus, car, or rideshare

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Fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, Metro
best
1. Fly from İzmir Adnan Menderes International Airport (ADB) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane ADB - SAW
2. Take the train from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Huzurevitrain
2h 52m
₺1,692–3,892
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from İzmir to İstanbulrideshare 464.7 km
8h 35m
₺738
Bus, train via Konakoğlu rest station
1. Take the bus from İzmir bus station to Konakoğlu rest stationbus
2. Take the bus from Konakoğlu rest station to Bursa bus stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bursa to Gebzebus
4. Take the train from Gebze to Yenikapitrain
7h 45m
₺1,318–1,886
Train
1. Take the train from Izmir to Eskisehirtrain Ic
2. Take the train from Eskisehir to Istanbul(Pendik)train Hst / ...
13h 54m
₺1,161–1,647
Drive 462.9 km
1. Drive from İzmir to Istanbulcar 462.9 km
4h 17m
₺2,684–3,876
Fly to Istanbul, Metro
1. Fly from İzmir Adnan Menderes International Airport (ADB) to Istanbul (IST)plane ADB - IST
2. Take the train from Gayrettepe to Veznecilertrain
3h 32m
₺12,134–14,134
Bus
1. Take the bus from Izmir Otogar to İstanbul Esenlerbus
7h 46m
₺741–2,042
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Izmir Otogar to Gebzebus
2. Take the train from Gebze to Yenikapitrain Marmaray Banliyö Treni
8h 32m
₺1,223–1,702

İzmir Adnan Menderes International Airport (ADB) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) flights

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1h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 374.1 km
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between İzmir, Turkey and Istanbul (State), Turkey?

You can take a train from Izmir to Yenikapi via Eskisehir, Istanbul(Pendik), and Pendik in around 13h 54m. Alternatively, Pamukkale Turizm operates a bus from Izmir Otogar to İstanbul Esenler every 30 minutes. Tickets cost ₺1,000–1,500 and the journey takes 7h 30m. Nine other operators also service this route.

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