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İzmir to Selçuk / Ephesus: Travel Options & Verdict

Distance: 75 km • Center-to-center journey comparison.

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Take the regional TCDD train from İzmir Basmane station (or direct from İzmir Airport station). Trains run 6 times daily, taking 1 hour 25 minutes for just 75 TRY (€2.20). It is comfortable, cheap, and drops you in central Selçuk.
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    İzmir Start
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    Selçuk / Ephesus 75 km route

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Transport options from İzmir to Selçuk / Ephesus
Transport Mode Operator Duration Typical Price Stations / Airports Key Booking Tip
train Direct Regional Operator 1h 25m €2.20 - €2.20
Dep: İzmir Basmane / Airport Station
Arr: Selçuk Railway Station
Best way to visit Ephesus; stops directly at İzmir Airport. Fare source
Prices reflect advance bookings and typical peak variances.
Prices verified: Aug 2026 Source: Fare source
Traveling in the opposite direction? Selçuk / Ephesus → İzmir options are mirror schedules.