How to get to Ephesus from Kusadasi

The distance from Kusadasi Cruise Port to Ephesus is approximately 19 kilometers (12 miles), and the driving time is about 25 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. However, if you’re traveling by public transportation, the journey may take around 40-45 minutes longer as you may need to transfer from one mode of transportation to another.( Kusadasi Cruise port is located on the downtown of Kusadasi)

 

For the tourists who are staying in Kusadasi Hotels or Cruise Passengers who arrive to Kusadasi port ,There are some options to get to Ephesus from Kusadasi; the most common ways to travel from Kusadasi Cruise Port or Kusadasi Hotels to Ephesus are getting a taxi, getting a public minibus (dolmus), hiring a car, or joining one of our guided private or Small Group Tours for Ephesus.

 

Getting a taxi from Kusadasi to Ephesus

There are many taxi station in downtown of Kusadasi, you can easily reach to them from every part of Kusadasi. However, it would be difficult to find a taxi on days when ships arrive at Kusadasi port. The thing that you need to know before taking a taxi to Ephesus is that drivers don’t usually do just one way. Therefore, you will have to pay the driver to take you there and back and for waiting time.

Taxi prices for  range from 80 Euros - 120 Euros for both ways Kusadasi - Ephesus The taxi prices are negotiable. . Make sure to negotiate the fare before starting your journey.

 

Getting a Minibus from Kusadasi to Ephesus

There are many minibusses that go from Kușadasi bus station to Selçuk. You can also get these minibuses in the centre of Kusadasi, in the area that locals call minibus stops ( Dolmuş Durakları ). There are some minibuses are waiting , just on the corner of the streets , which are goes to neighbor villages and towns, you should ask and learn on the which corner the minibus is for Selcuk.

To get to the bus station you can use a city minibuses that circulates around Kușadasi all day long. Just you should learn which minibus number should you take from your location to Kusadasi Bus station.

For example ( if you are staying around marina you should get on number 1 , 6 or 7) (if you are staying around ladies beach part or Kusadasi Cruise port you should get on number 5 )For the minibus line in Kusadasi , the minimum fee for short distances start from 15 TL (it is about 0,50 Euro)

After you get on minibus from Kusadasi for Selcuk, you should tell the driver that you want to get off in front of the Ephesus Gate, because this minibus last stop is in Selcuk bus station. Before arriving in Selcuk it passes near to lower entrance gate of Ephesus.( also known as the ‘ North Entance’ ) The price for minibus from Kusadasi to Selcuk is . Other wise you should get a taxi  from bus station of Selcuk to Ephesus. Selcuk bus station is 3 km away from Ephesus.

 

Renting a car in Kusadasi

If you prefer more flexibility to get Ephesus from Kusadasi you can rent a car.

There are many rent a car company in Kusadasi. Also there are several company renting car online.

There is no parking problem in Ephesus.There are car parks at the top and bottom gate of ephesus, the largest car park is at the bottom gate. The parking fee in Ephesus is 50 Turkish Lira for regular cars.

But in summer season finding parking space in downtown of Kusadasi is so difficult.

Please consider ,Turkish gasoline prices are one of the highest in Europe.

Keep in mind that traffic rules and driving conditions in Turkey may be different from what you’re used to, so drive cautiously.

 

Joining a Ephesus Tour which organized by Local Travel Agency

One of the easiest ways to visit Ephesus from Kusadasi to book an Ephesus tour through a local reliable tour company.

 

Join one of our perfectly organized Ephesus tours, with every detail taken into consideration for you.

We offer Private Ephesus Tours and Small Group Ephesus Tours from Kusadasi, Selcuk, Izmir.

 

By booking directly through us, you save on online channels commission fees and other costs.

This will ensure that all transportation and admission fees are handled, and you’ll have the added bonus of a knowledgeable guide explaining the site’s history and significance. You will not have to pay any extra costs (entrance fee, parking, tax , etc.)

 

There are various tour options available, you can choose one of our tours that fits your interests and schedule.

 

Tours to Ephesus

 

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How to get from Izmir to Ephesus ?

 

If you are reseaching how to get from Izmir to Ephesus? We will briefly tell you the ways to  get from Izmir to Ephesus.

 

The distance between center of İzmir and Ephesus nearly 80 kilometers (50 miles) it takes about 1 hour to drive from Izmir to Ephesus.

 

Every detail you need to get to Ephesus from Izmir, including how to get the train, a tour, or even a bus!

 

Getting a Train From Izmir to Ephesus

If you are traveling on a budget in Turkey, then you may want to take a train from Izmir to Ephesus.

 

With trains departing 6 times in a day from downtown Izmir ( Basmane Railway Station ) and Izmir ADB Airport, is a option to get Selcuk. This train has 6 stops betwen İzmir and   Selcuk , To get a train from Izmir to Selcuk takes about 1:30 minutes. The train from İzmir to Selcuk cost about 60 TL per person.

 

This railway train also stops by Izmir Airport, it would be perfect if you are staying near there or arrived to airport yet   and want to get from Izmir Airport to Ephesus.

 

Ephesus Archaeological Site is located around 5 kilometers or an 10 minutes drive from the Selcuk train station. You   can either take a taxi or a shared minibus there.

 

Getting a Bus From Izmir to Ephesus

 

You will have to take a bus from bus station of İzmir ( which is located in Bornova part - on the outskirts of town) to Selcuk bus station, then from Selcuk bus station, transfer to a minibus or a taxi to Ephesus. Journey from Izmir bus station to Selcuk bus station takes one hour.

 

From İzmir bus station, Buses typically depart every hour.

From the Izmir’s city center to get to İzmir bus station (otogar) you need to take the metro and then transfer to the   bus  to get to it. The whole ordeal takes about an hour. The other option is getting a taxi to bus station of İzmir, but it would be more expensive.

 

To Hire a car for visiting  Ephesus from Izmir

The other way to get to Ephesus is by renting a car in Izmir and driving there.

 

If you have a rental car, you can drive to the entrance of Ephesus, park it in its parking lot (chargable), and just walk right into best ancient ruins in Turkey.

 

Having a car also offers you the freedom to explore other parts of the region.( Temple of   Artemis, House of Virgin Mary, Sirince Village, Kusadasi coast)

 

 

Ephesus tour from Izmir

One of the easiest way to get to Ephesus from Izmir is with a guided tour.

We have plenty of Ephesus tours from Izmir, all offering something slightly different.

 

The standard tour includes a pickup from your accommodation in or Izmir cruise port of İzmir, transport in an air-conditioned vehicle to Ephesus, a 2-3 hours guided tour of the   archaeological site, a visit to the Temple of Artemis (an   Ancient Wonder of the World   near  Selcuk), then a one-hour lunch buffet in Selcuk, before returning back to İzmir.

 

Our standard tour can be customized to include other stops in the region.

You can choose one of our tour which includes a stop at St. Mary’s House, the final resting place of the Virgin Mary.

 

Find Out More About The Ephesus tour / Sirince Here!

 

 

Which mode of transport is best for your tour plans to Ephesus ?

Things to consider before choosing the best means of transport for your tours to Ephesus.

( Purpose of the trip / Budget / Length of Your Trip / Travelling Companions and Luggage )