The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ankara to İzmir
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
520 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ankara to İzmir is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ankara to İzmir will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
Of the 2 buses that leave Ankara for İzmir every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 520 km distance in an average of 8 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
20:007h30Ankara3:30İzmir£151One-way0 changes
4:308h30Ankara13:00İzmir£181One-way0 changes
20:007h30Ankara3:30İzmir£151One-way0 changes
4:308h30Ankara13:00İzmir£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Ankara to İzmir
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ankara to İzmir among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £23.
Distance: 520 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £48 Average Price | £21 Average Price |
8h 43m Average total duration 8h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 31m Average total duration 14h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ankara to İzmir bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ankara to İzmir coaches for today, Friday 22 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 23:58 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h00 | 7:58 İzmir, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 23 May | |||||
![]() | 4:30 Ankara | 8h30 | 13:00 İzmir | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:00 Ankara | 7h30 | 3:30 İzmir | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Ankara to İzmir by train, coach or flight
Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ankara to İzmir
Buses from Ankara to İzmir run on average 41 times per day, taking around 8h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 41 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 520 km distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 520 km |
Average bus duration 8h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 41 |
Direct buses 41 |
Fastest bus 7h 30m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Ankara to İzmirYou can travel by bus between Ankara to İzmir with FlixBus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ankara to İzmir coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ankara to İzmir by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at İzmir, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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