City guide
Istanbul, Turkey 🇹🇷
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Authorities
3
Transport modes
7
Payment methods
1
Airport links
4
Transport Authorities
Getting Around
| Mode | Operator | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| metro | Metro Istanbul | 11 lines: M1A/B to airports, M2 Taksim-Hacıosman, M4 Kadıköy-Sabiha Gökçen. Operates 06:00-00:00, fares ~35 TL with Istanbulkart[1][2]. |
| tram | Metro Istanbul | T1 historic peninsula (Sultanahmet-Beyazıt), T4 Bağcılar-Kabataş. |
| bus | IETT | Extensive network, use Istanbulkart. |
| brt | IETT | Metrobüs: 24/7 key routes across city. |
| train | TCDD Taşımacılık | Marmaray: Under-Bosphorus tunnel. |
| ferry | Şehir Hatları | Bosphorus crossings. |
| funicular | Metro Istanbul | F1, F2 Tünel, F3, F4. |
Paying for Transport
- Istanbulkart Contactless card for all transport. Flat fare 35 TL, student 17 TL. Buy at stations/airport.
Operating Hours
- Weekday 06:00-00:00 (most lines), peak 3-6 min intervals[1][2].
- Weekend 06:00-00:00, reduced frequency.
- Night service Metrobüs 24/7; limited night buses.
Rideshare & Taxis
- BiTaksi Available Licensed taxis via app.
Airport Connections
- metro - Istanbul Airport (IST) M11 Gayrettepe 30 min to Gayrettepe, ~50 TL
- bus - IST HAVAIST to Taksim/Yenikapı 60-90 min, ~336 TL
- metro - Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) M4 ~50 min to city, 35 TL
- bus - SAW HAVABUS to Taksim 60 min, ~250 TL
Live Delay Info
Local Tips
Acquire Istanbulkart at airport for seamless multi-modal travel. Use official sites/apps for real-time. Metro/Metrobüs best for business efficiency. Avoid peak hours.