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Getting around Selçuk
How to get around Selçuk
Walk in Selçuk; a dolmuş or taxi reaches Ephesus, Şirince and the beaches at Pamucak. The İZBAN commuter train connects to Izmir and its airport.
Ways to get around Selçuk
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| İZBAN train to Izmir | 40 TRY minimum, then 1.50 TRY/km beyond 20 km | Every 20–30 min; Izmirim Kart; Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport on the line |
| Dolmuş to Ephesus and Şirince | Varies by distance; ask the driver | From the minibus stand next to the station |
| Taxi | About 200–350 TRY for 5 km | Fixed rates to Ephesus gates; ask before leaving |
Taxis in Selçuk
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. Ride apps aren't reliable here. Use ranked taxis, ask for the fixed rate to Ephesus, and book airport transfers in advance.
Arriving in Selçuk
Izmir Adnan Menderes (ADB)
İZBAN train to Selçuk about 60–75 min, roughly 80–110 TRY; taxi or transfer about 2,500–4,500 TRY, about 1 h.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rentals are available in town; the Ephesus road is busy and tourists crash often. Check licence rules.
- Driving: on the right. Foreign licences are valid for six months from entry; carry an IDP if yours isn't in Latin script.
- Onward travel in Turkey: Comfortable long-distance buses reach every town; fast trains link Istanbul, Ankara, Konya and Eskişehir; cheap domestic flights save days on long hops east.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Selçuk?
No ride-hailing apps work here. Ride apps aren't reliable here. Use ranked taxis, ask for the fixed rate to Ephesus, and book airport transfers in advance.
What's the best way to get around Selçuk?
Walk in Selçuk; a dolmuş or taxi reaches Ephesus, Şirince and the beaches at Pamucak. The İZBAN commuter train connects to Izmir and its airport.
How do I get from the airport to Selçuk?
İZBAN train to Selçuk about 60–75 min, roughly 80–110 TRY; taxi or transfer about 2,500–4,500 TRY, about 1 h.
Is Selçuk walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
- TCDD Taşımacılık (trains)
- Turkish Airlines
- Pegasus Airlines
- İZBAN (Izmir suburban rail)
- Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (DHMI)
- Turkish e-Visa
- İZBAN 2026 fares and timetable
- Selçuk State Hospital
Fares are typical 2026 prices; check the operator for today's fares. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.