Istanbulkart Istanbul Public Transport Card

About this tour

The Istanbulkart is the single travel card that covers Istanbul's whole transit network, from the metro and trams to buses and the ferries that cross the Bosphorus. You tap in, ride, and top it up again whenever you run low, either online or at a station. Fares run cheaper than paying per trip, and one card gets you everywhere without fumbling for change. It's how locals get around, and it makes the city easy to reach for visitors too.

Highlights

• Universal access across all transportation modes
• Affordable and discounted fares
• Easy online and station reloading
• Seamless travel experience
• Available on multiple platforms

Getting Around with the Istanbulkart: Hours and What to Wear

The Istanbulkart is a single rechargeable card that covers Istanbul's public transit network, from the metro and trams to buses and ferries. Service runs from roughly 05:00 in the morning until about 01:00 the following morning, though exact times shift a little by line and route. Trains and trams come often, especially during morning and evening rush hours, so you rarely wait long. A handful of main routes keep running overnight, which is handy if you want to head out after dark.

There is no strict dress code for using public transport, so just wear something comfortable for a day of walking and hopping between stations. Dress for the season, and keep in mind that vehicles and stations are usually air-conditioned in summer and heated in winter, so a light layer is worth having on hand.

Available Days / Times

• Monday : 10:00, 11:00, 14:00
• Tuesday : 10:00, 11:00
• Wednesday : 10:00, 11:00, 14:00
• Thursday : 10:00, 11:00, 14:00
• Friday : 14:00
• Saturday : 10:00, 11:00, 14:00
• Sunday : 10:00, 11:00, 14:00