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Trip to İzmir

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Buses from Athens to İzmir

🚌 Although there is no direct bus from Athens to İzmir, you can embark on a journey with transfers via Thessaloniki, taking approximately 20 hours and 37 minutes. 🌍 The route spans over 1,045 kilometers, with a day-long adventure that includes a transfer at Istanbul Bus Station before heading to Kardzhali and finally arriving in İzmir. 💰 Prices for this Athens to İzmir bus trip typically range from €106 to €129, offering an affordable and scenic way to travel between Greece and Turkey.

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  • There is no direct bus from Athens to Izmir. Travelers can take a bus from Athens to Thessaloniki and then transfer to another bus that will proceed to Izmir. The total travel time, including transfers, is approximately 20 hours and 37 minutes. It's recommended to check the bus schedules and plan the journey ahead to ensure a smooth trip between the two cities.
  • The Athens to Izmir bus services, operated by KTEL Thessalonikis, depart from the Athens station. Travelers should head to the designated Athens bus station to catch the bus to Thessaloniki, where they will then transfer for the journey to Izmir. It's advisable to arrive at the Athens station early to ensure a smooth boarding process for the trip to Turkey.
  • The Athens to Izmir bus services, operated by Crazy Holidays, arrive at the Izmir station. Upon reaching Izmir, travelers will disembark at the designated bus station in the city. It's recommended to plan onward transportation or accommodations from Izmir station to ensure a smooth continuation of the journey within Turkey.
  • The prices of a bus ticket from Athens to Izmir typically range from €108 to €131. The exact cost may vary depending on the bus company, the time of booking, and any special promotions available. It's recommended to check the current fare and book tickets in advance to secure the best possible price for the journey between Athens and Izmir.
  • There are bus services available between Athens and Izmir but there is no direct route. Travelers can take a bus from Athens to Thessaloniki, and then transfer to a bus operated by Crazy Holidays that goes to Izmir. The entire journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20 hours and 37 minutes. It's advised to check the bus schedules, book tickets in advance, and be prepared for the transfer in Thessaloniki to ensure a smooth trip between the two cities.
  • The Athens to Izmir buses are generally less crowded during the off-peak travel seasons, such as late fall and winter months. The most crowded times for these bus services are typically during peak vacation seasons, such as summer and major holidays. It's advisable to check the bus schedules and book tickets in advance to secure a seat, especially if traveling during high-demand periods to ensure availability and comfort during the journey.
  • The first bus of the day from Athens to Izmir typically departs in the early morning, around 7:00 AM local time. The last bus of the day usually leaves Athens for Izmir in the late evening, around 8:00 PM local time. It's essential to verify the current schedules with the bus operators, KTEL Thessalonikis and Crazy Holidays, to confirm the exact departure times as they may be subject to change.

Will you be returning to Athens by bus?

If you are looking for a return bus trip, check out the buses from İzmir to Athens.

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Trips to İzmir