Taxi from Kusadasi Port to Ephesus
A taxi from Kusadasi cruise port to Ephesus takes 20–25 minutes (18 km). The fare is fixed per car — up to 7 passengers — and agreed on WhatsApp before departure, with the driver waiting while you visit and the return planned backwards from your all-aboard time.
Transfers we run from the port
Per car, not per person. The exact fare is agreed on WhatsApp before departure — cash in EUR, USD or TL at the end.
Port → Ephesus (one way)
Drop-off at the upper gate so you walk the site downhill.
Port ⇄ Ephesus (return, driver waits)
I wait 2–3 hours in the car park while you visit and bring you straight back to the ship.
Add the Virgin Mary or Şirince
Multi-stop days are quoted individually — see how they work and message me your plan.
Airport
Izmir (ADB), 24/7 with flight tracking — details.
💡 Message your ship name and date on WhatsApp — you'll have today's fixed fare in minutes, before you ever get in the car.
How it works on your cruise day
Send your ship name and date on WhatsApp. I confirm your pickup and fixed price — done in two minutes.
I wait at the terminal exit with a name sign — or walk 3 minutes to the central taxi stand opposite the Caravanserai.
I drop you at the best gate, wait in the car park and stay reachable on WhatsApp the whole time.
I track your all-aboard time. You'll be at the gangway early, with a safe margin.
Taxi vs dolmuş vs ship excursion — honest comparison
| Private taxi | Dolmuş (minibus) | Ship excursion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | Fixed per-car fare | ~€3–4 / person | ~$80–120 / person |
| Time to site | 20–25 min direct | 45–60 min, change in Selçuk + walk | Depends on group |
| Departure | When you want | On schedule | Fixed group time |
| Waiting & return | Driver waits; return planned around your all-aboard | Not guaranteed, plan your own return | Guaranteed by ship |
| Best for | Groups of 2–6, limited port hours | Solo travellers on a budget with time | Guests preferring a guided group |
The honest math: for two or more people who value their port hours, the private taxi usually wins on flexibility — and from three people up, it can beat the excursion on price too.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a taxi from Kusadasi cruise port to Ephesus?
How long is the ride?
Does the driver really wait at Ephesus?
Will I get back to my ship on time?
Is the fare per person?
Cards or cash?
Where exactly do I find you at the port?
What about the Ephesus entrance fee?
Lock in your Ephesus ride
Send your ship name and date — you'll have a confirmed pickup and fixed price in minutes.