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Visiting Ephesus: a transfer guide from Izmir and Kuşadası
How to get to the UNESCO-listed ancient city of Ephesus: distances from Izmir Airport and Kuşadası, the best times to visit and tips for planning your transfer.
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Short answer
The ancient city of Ephesus lies near Selçuk and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is about 62 km (45–60 min) from Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport and about 20 km from Kuşadası. Visit early in the morning or late in the afternoon; summer middays get very hot.
Planning your visit
The site has two entrances and a visit usually takes 2–3 hours. Bring comfortable shoes, a hat and water. The House of the Virgin Mary nearby and the Ephesus Museum in Selçuk are easy additions.
Combining it with a transfer
Book a transfer on the way from the airport to your hotel in Kuşadası or Selçuk, or for a day visit from the cruise port. Put any stop or waiting request in your booking note and we will get back to you to plan it.
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Frequently asked questions
How long from Izmir Airport to Ephesus?
The roughly 62 km drive takes 45–60 minutes.
How long does it take to visit Ephesus?
The ancient city usually takes 2–3 hours; allow half a day with the House of the Virgin Mary and the museum.