Transport Costs in Turkey
Daily transport budget: $3–$7 per person using public transit. Here's what getting around costs.
Budget
$3
per day
Public transit, walking
Mid-range
$7
per day
Mix of transit, occasional taxi
Luxury
$15
per day
Taxis, private transfers, car rental
What Transport Costs
Istanbulkart (metro single)$0.50
Intercity bus$10-25
Domestic flight$25-60
Taxi (per km)$0.40
10-Day Transport Cost
Budget
$30
Mid-range
$70
Luxury
$150
Transport Tips
- ✓ Buy multi-day transit passes if available — they almost always save money
- ✓ Walking is free and the best way to discover neighborhoods
- ✓ Book intercity trains in advance for the best fares
- ✓ Use ride-sharing apps (Uber, Bolt, Grab) instead of street taxis for fair pricing
- ✓ Use the Istanbulkart for discounted public transport in Istanbul.
- ✓ Take intercity buses instead of flights for comfortable, affordable travel.