In case you come to the main central bus-terminal of Izmir, the best way is to take the so called services buses operated by the bus-companies. At the bus-terminal, take the service bus to the city center. These service buses usually drive to the central parts of the city.

Within the city of Izmir, the main public transport means is the red municipal buses. As a foreigner in Izmir, it may be difficult to find out where to take the bus, which bus and to where. Therefore, unless you want an adventure, for short stays, taking the municipal buses is not advised. In these buses you can use "İzmirim Kart" (City Card). The last named can be bought at the bus ticket offices or at some shops. Look for the sign "İzmirim Kart" to buy this card. You pay appr. 3 USD and you have to fill in some credits which you then spend on the bus. You simply show the card to a device besides the driver and the cost shall be deducted from your total credit. Using "İzmirim Kart" is more reasonable. You can recharge the card by payment at any "İzmirim Kart Dolum Noktasi", of which there are many. Using this card is the cheapest way to get around, since its good for the buses, the metro,the tramway,the izban(train) the ferries and the bisim(bicycle).