How do I get from Istanbul to Ephesus?

Ephesus is located 450 miles south of Istanbul and it is 9 hours bus drive. Our recommendation would be to take a flight from Istanbul to Izmir and drive from Izmir Airport to Ephesus. Ephesus is 45 minutes drive from the airport of Izmir. The other way of transportation is to take a bus from Istanbul.

Is Ephesus Turkey safe to travel?

Selcuk and the area around Ephesus are safe. In the daytime, you would encounter no problem. Yet, most tourists visit the Ephesus site in the daylight and leave. At night, some areas of the town feel deserted, and you would not be able to visit the attractions.

Where do you fly into for Ephesus?

Izmir
Izmir has the nearest airport to Ephesus and in 1 hour planes can arrive there from Istanbul. Izmir airport doesn’t have much of a public transport option but some airlines provide free shuttle between Izmir airport and Selcuk.

How many days do you need in Ephesus?

Ephesus is located in the town of Selcuk and, together with ancient Ephesus, there are lots of things to see and do in Selçuk: the area deserves at least 2 to 3 full days to allow you to explore fully.

What is Ephesus famous for?

Ephesus was an ancient port city whose well-preserved ruins are in modern-day Turkey. The city was once considered the most important Greek city and the most important trading center in the Mediterranean region.

Is Ephesus safe for Americans?

The area was excavated in the 1800’s and is today the biggest area of excavation in the world. This archeological find draws a number of visitors each year. The area is typically very safe, but you should heed these tips for a completely safe experience.

Is Cappadocia better than Istanbul?

While you can definitely eat some tasty food in Cappadocia, there’s simply no comparing the two destinations when it comes to food: Istanbul will win by a landslide every time.