Istanbul, Turkey 🇹🇷

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Transport Authorities

Getting Around

Mode Operator Notes
metro Metro Istanbul 11 lines including M1 (Sultanahmet/Grand Bazaar), M2 (Taksim/Bosphorus), M11 (IST Airport). Fastest during rush hour.
tram Metro Istanbul T1 line: Scenic route through Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Galata Tower, Sultanahmet to Kabataş. Air-conditioned, 6am-11pm.
bus IETT Over 500 routes, covers suburbs. Fare 27 TL with Istanbulkart. Use Google Maps for real-time. Slow in traffic.
train TCDD/TÜRASAŞ Marmaray: Undersea Bosphorus crossing, connects European/Asian sides. Metrobus: High-capacity buses on dedicated lanes.
ferry Şehir Hatları Bosphorus, Asian side (Kadıköy, Üsküdar). Scenic, integrated with Istanbulkart. 6:25am-10:30pm.
funicular Metro Istanbul F1: Taksim-Kabataş for tram/ferry connections.
other HAVAIST Airport shuttles from IST, 200-300 TL.
other HAVABUS Shuttles from SAW, 175-285 TL to Taksim/Kadıköy.
other Various Dolmuş shared taxis, cash payment, for deeper city areas.

Paying for Transport

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Rideshare & Taxis

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Live Delay Info

Local Tips

Get Istanbulkart immediately at airport/machine for seamless travel. Use Citymapper/Google Maps for routes. Avoid taxis outside apps due to scams. M11/HAVAIST for IST arrival. T1 tram + M2 metro covers 90% tourist/business areas (Taksim, Sultanahmet). Validate card on entry/exit. Peak hours crowded 7-10am/5-8pm.