- Must visit
İzmir Archaeology Museum
Archaeology museum with sculptures, pottery and finds from Smyrna, Ephesus and nearby sites. It gives essential context for İzmir’s ancient past.
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 39 m
Buses per day
35
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 £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 35 buses that leave Ankara for İzmir every day 35 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 7 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 55 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.
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
FlixBusOmio 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
Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £47 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.
The table below shows live departures for Ankara to İzmir coaches for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3:30 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h30 | 12:00 Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h25 | 11:55 İzmir, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h30 | 14:30 Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h25 | 14:25 İzmir, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri) | 9h15 | 16:00 İzmir, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri) | 9h20 | 16:05 Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h35 | 16:05 Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h30 | 16:00 İzmir, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h30 | 17:00 İzmir, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h25 | 16:55 Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h30 | 18:00 İzmir, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h35 | 19:05 İzmir, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h30 | 19:00 Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h30 | 20:00 İzmir, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h25 | 19:55 Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h45 | 21:15 Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h35 | 21:05 İzmir, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:30 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h35 | 22:05 İzmir, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:30 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h25 | 21:55 Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:31 Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri) | 9h44 | 7:15 Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:31 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h14 | 5:45 İzmir, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:31 Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri) | 9h39 | 7:10 İzmir, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:31 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h09 | 5:40 Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:30 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h40 | 7:10 İzmir, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:30 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h45 | 7:15 Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:00 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 7h20 | 6:20 İzmir, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:00 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 7h15 | 6:15 Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:30 Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri) | 9h15 | 8:45 Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:30 Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri) | 9h10 | 8:40 İzmir, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 7h55 | 7:54 İzmir, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 7h50 | 7:49 Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 24 August | |||||
FlixBus | 0:30 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h15 | 8:45 Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 0:30 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h10 | 8:40 İzmir, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 7h55 | 9:25 İzmir, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ | 8h05 | 9:35 Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) | 0 changesdirect | |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
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.
Buses from Ankara to İzmir run on average 40 times per day, taking around 8h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 40 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 520 km distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 520 km |
Average bus duration 8h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 40 |
Direct buses 40 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of İzmir — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect İzmir trip today.
Archaeology museum with sculptures, pottery and finds from Smyrna, Ephesus and nearby sites. It gives essential context for İzmir’s ancient past.
Contemporary art museum in Alsancak with changing exhibitions in a seafront setting. A good choice for modern Turkish art and photography.
Private museum in a restored mansion with period rooms, ethnographic objects and cultural displays. It offers a quieter alternative to larger museums.
Large seafront square and promenade area with wide views, ferries and evening walks. It is one of the city’s most recognisable public spaces.
Historic bazaar district of lanes, inns and workshops. It remains one of the best places to experience the city’s trading heritage on foot.
Lively waterfront promenade popular for walking, cycling and sunset views across the bay. It is a modern favourite among locals and visitors.
A crisp ring of bread coated in sesame. It is İzmir’s signature street breakfast, especially from old bakery carts and seaside stalls.
A baked bread roll filled with İzmir tulum cheese, tomato and peppers. It is a beloved local breakfast snack from boyoz and bakery shops.
Flaky layered pastry brought by Sephardic Jews, usually eaten at breakfast with boiled egg and tea. It is one of İzmir’s most iconic foods.
Historic casual stop famed for boyoz, gevrek and traditional İzmir breakfast pastries in a busy old-city setting.
Well-known casual seafood restaurant by the waterfront, popular for fresh meze, fish and a lively Aegean dining atmosphere.
Established traditional restaurant known for Turkish grills, kebabs and hearty local dishes in a polished but relaxed setting.
Budget-friendly versus many Mediterranean cities. Food, local transport and casual stays are good value, though summer hotels and seafront dining cost more.
Service may be included, but 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up in cafés. For taxis, round up the fare or add about 5% for helpful service.
Official public transport app
Izmir Bus Terminal, İzmir -> Konak, İzmir
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.

Most Ankara to İzmir buses use the Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ to İzmir, Otobüs Terminali station pair, with some services arriving at Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç). Use this guide to compare Ankara and İzmir bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ is 3 km from Ankara city centre. Public transport options include:
Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇ has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several restaurants and cafes available.
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTMs available within the station premises.
Ticket office support is available at Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇.
Available at Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ankara, Şehi̇rler Arasi Otobüs Temi̇nali̇: Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri) is 9 km from Ankara city centre. Public transport options include:
Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri). ATMs are available at Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri).
Ticket office support is available at Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri).
Available at Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ankara, D200 (Kayaş - Ateşçi Av Malzemeleri): Wheelchair accessible entrance.
İzmir, Otobüs Terminali is 6 km from İzmir city centre. Public transport options include:
İzmir, Otobüs Terminali has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple cafes and fast-food outlets.
Free wifi available in the main areas. ATMs are aTMs located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at İzmir, Otobüs Terminali.
Available at İzmir, Otobüs Terminali: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at İzmir, Otobüs Terminali: Accessible ramps and services for disabled passengers.
Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) is 7 km from İzmir city centre. Public transport options include:
Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Fast food and cafe services available.
Wi-Fi is available at Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç). ATMs are aTMs available near ticket counters.
Ticket office support is available at Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç).
Available at Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Izmir, Otogar tesis (Kamil Koç): Ramps for wheelchair access provided.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need