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How to Get from İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) to Ephesus (Efes)

Ephesus (Efes) lies about 63 km southeast of İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport. Depending on the option, the journey takes from 60 minutes by direct taxi or private transfer to around 2 hours by İZBAN train plus a short minibus or taxi from Selçuk.

✓ Verified Oct 27, 2026 • 63.1 km road distance

Private Transfer

Recommended
60 mins •On Demand (24/7)
€65 - €85 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals and meet the driver in the greeting area (name board).
  2. Confirm the fixed price and destination (Efes/Efes Lower Gate).
  3. Ride the direct 63 km route, usually on the O-31/Izmir–Aydın motorway.
  4. Ask the driver to drop you at the Lower (South) Gate of Ephesus if possible; the Upper Gate has no public transport.
  5. Pay the pre-agreed fixed fare (card or cash as booked).
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Official Airport Taxi

Metered
60 mins •24/7 (Official Rank)
€62 - €75 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow "Taxi" signs to the official rank outside Arrivals.
  2. Use only an official yellow city taxi from the queue; ignore touts inside the terminal.
  3. Ask the driver to switch on the meter and confirm the destination "Efes/Efes Örenyeri".
  4. At Ephesus, ask to stop at the Lower Gate; the meter may be higher with waiting or motorway tolls.
  5. Pay in TRY or by card if accepted, and get a receipt.

İZBAN via Tepeköy + Minibus

Cheapest
120 mins •Daytime every 12–15 min; see izban.com.tr
≈ €2.00 / Person (Train)
Luggage: Limited; fine with one suitcase
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow "Metro–İZBAN" signs from International Arrivals (covered walkway) to Adnan Menderes Havalimanı station.
  2. Buy an İzmirim Kart (one per person) and load credit; tap in at the İZBAN gate.
  3. Take a southbound İZBAN train to Tepeköy and tap out at Tepeköy.
  4. Change to the Tepeköy–Selçuk İZBAN train (stops Sağlık, Belevi, Selçuk) and alight at Selçuk.
  5. At Selçuk, take the "Selçuk–Pamucak" minibus to the Lower Gate, or a taxi, or walk about 45 minutes.

Havaş Kuşadası Coach (Selçuk Stop)

Direct Coach
90 mins •Limited departures; see havas.net
Kuşadası €10.75; Selçuk fare: check
Luggage: Check with Havaş
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals at your terminal and find the Havaş coach stop outside.
  2. Buy a Kuşadası-line Havaş ticket at the desk or on board; ask for the Selçuk fare.
  3. Board the Havaş coach to Kuşadası and stay on until Selçuk State Hospital stop.
  4. From Selçuk, take the "Selçuk–Pamucak" minibus to the Lower Gate, or a taxi, or walk about 45 minutes.
  5. Confirm the return Havaş departure at havas.net.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Use only the official taxi rank outside Arrivals; ignore drivers offering rides inside the terminal.
  • Insist on the meter and confirm the price before departure. There is no official airport surcharge.
  • For long trips like Ephesus, metered taxis can be expensive; a pre-booked fixed-price transfer is often cheaper.
  • On İZBAN, tap out at the exit validator with your own İzmirim Kart; otherwise the maximum fare may be charged.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get from Izmir Airport to Ephesus at night?

There is no 24/7 İZBAN or Havaş service. Night ESHOT buses (200, 202, 204, 206) run from the airport between about 01:00 and 05:40 but only go to city districts, not Selçuk. A pre-booked private transfer or taxi is the simplest option at night.

What is the cheapest way from ADB to Ephesus?

Take the İZBAN train from the airport to Tepeköy, change to the Tepeköy–Selçuk İZBAN train, then use the Selçuk–Pamucak minibus or walk about 45 minutes to the Lower Gate. The train costs about €2.00 per person; the minibus is a small cash fare.

How long does it take from Izmir Airport to Ephesus?

A direct taxi or private transfer takes about 60 minutes in normal traffic. The İZBAN train plus minibus/walk takes around 2 hours, and the Havaş coach to Selçuk plus minibus takes about 90 minutes.

Are taxis from Izmir Airport safe?

Yes, if you use the official rank outside Arrivals, insist on the meter, and confirm the destination. Ignore touts inside the terminal, and be aware that motorway tolls may be added for long trips.

Can I pay with a contactless bank card on İZBAN?

İzmirim Kart is the reliable payment method; one card per person. Sources disagree on whether contactless bank cards work at İZBAN gates, so do not rely on them.

What is the best option for a family with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer is best for families because it is door-to-door, has space for luggage, and takes about 60 minutes. İZBAN trains have limited luggage space and require a change at Tepeköy.

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