Metro, Tram, Ferry, Taxi: ABC of Transportation in Istanbul
Istanbul is a huge city spread over two continents. Transportation can be the most important and most challenging part of the trip in Istanbul. Fortunately, the city's advanced public transport network offers many options.
In this article, we tell ABC of transportation in Istanbul, all public transport options, tips and tricks.
1. Home
Istanbul metro is one of the fastest and most reliable public transport tools in the city.
European Side Lines:
M1A (Newdoor - Atatürk Airport): Transportation to Ataturk Airport (was taken, instead M11)
M1B (Newdoor - Cherry): Bağcılar, Cherry
M2 (Newdoor - Hacıosman): Istanbul, Turkey
M3 (Bakırköy - Kayaşehir Center): Istanbul, Turkey
M7 (Kabataş - Mahmutbey): Phone: +90 212 593
M11 (Istanbul Airport - Gayrettepe): Transportation to the city from Istanbul Airport (2023 opened)
Anatolian Side Lines:
M4 (Krajköy - Sabiha Gökçen): Kadıköy, Üsküdar, Maltepe, Kartal, Sabiha Gökçen
M5 (Counter - Tensilekoy): Istanbul, Turkey
M6 (Levent - Boğaziçi University): Levent, Boğaziçi University
2. 2. Tramway
There are two main tram lines in Istanbul.
T1 (Kabataş - Bağcılar): The most important line for tourist areas. Kabataş, Taksim, Beyoğlu, Karaköy, Eminönü, Sultanahmet, Beyazit, Aksaray, Bağcılar.
T4 (Earth - Mescid-i Hi): Topkapı Street, Mescid-i Hi.
3. Metrobus
Metrobus is a fast bus system with special stripes that connects European and Asian collar through the Bosphorus Bridge. Not affected by traffic.
Route: Beylikdüzü - Söğütlüçeşme
4. Bus (IETT)
There are thousands of IETT bus lines in Istanbul.
The most useful lines for tourists:
Airport buses (Airist)
All buses can be taken with Istanbulkart.
Bus hours and routes can be learned from mobile applications.
5. Home
Istanbul is one of the most pleasant transportation tools. The ferry flights made in the Bosphorus convert transportation to a pleasant activity.
Important Ferry Lines:
You are here: Anatolian Side connection with historical peninsula
You are here: One of the most commonly used lines Home
Phone: +90 212 593 Quick pass
Kadıköy - Karaköy - Eminönü: Triple Line
Throat Line: istanbul.directory - Ortaköy
6. Taxi
Taxis in Istanbul are yellow colored and work with a taximeter.
Attentions:
Taximeter should be open.
Tell the shorter route to use or share navigation.
It can be difficult to find taxi in busy hours.
Applications like UBER, BiTaksi can also be used.
7. Minibus (Dollen)
Minibuses are small vehicles running on fixed routes. Relatively cheap and common.
Attention: Stops on the stops, landing-out may not be anywhere.
8. Istanbul Tags
The only card valid in all public transport vehicles in Istanbul.
Where to Buy: Airports, subway stations, buffets and dealers.
Price: Card sticker fee (about 10-15 TL) + balance loading.
Advantages:
Valid for all vehicles
Transfer discount Home
Multiple people can use the same card
Balance can be installed on mobile application
9. Airport Transportation
Istanbul Airport (IST):
M11 Metro: Gayrettepe
Airist: Various points of the city (Taksim, Kadıköy, Beşiktaş, Bakırköy)
Taxi: From airport taxi stop
VIP Transfer: Comfortable and safe
Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW):
M4 Metro: Kadıköy
Airist: Various points of the city
Taxi: From airport taxi stop
VIP Transfer: Comfortable and safe
10. Transportation Tips in Istanbul
Get Istanbulkart: Valid for all public transport vehicles.
Use Google Maps: For route planning.
Calculate traffic density: Especially bridge passing hours.
Check ferry flights: The airport may be cancelled due to air opposition.
Check the taximeter in the taxi.
Student and old discounts on public transport vehicles. (With Istanbulkart)
Upload balance with Istanbulkart mobile app.