What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Bosporus?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Bosporus is to ferry which costs 21 ₺ - 25 ₺ and takes 1h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul to Bosporus?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Bosporus is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs 1.000 ₺ - 1.300 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Bosporus?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Bosporus. However, there are services departing from İstanbul Büyükşehir Belediyesi and arriving at Yeniköy via Beşiktaş Peronlar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

Is there a direct ferry between Istanbul and Bosporus?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Eminönü and arriving at İstinye. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Bosporus?

The distance between Istanbul and Bosporus is 20 km. The road distance is 21.2 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul to Bosporus without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Bosporus without a car is to Metro and bus which takes 1h 7m and costs 82 ₺.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Bosporus?

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Istanbul to Bosporus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Bosporus bus from?

Istanbul to Bosporus bus services, operated by İstanbul Elektrik Tramvay ve Tünel İşletmeleri (İETT), depart from İstanbul Büyükşehir Belediyesi station.

Where does the Istanbul to Bosporus bus arrive?

Istanbul to Bosporus bus services, operated by İstanbul Elektrik Tramvay ve Tünel İşletmeleri (İETT), arrive at Beşiktas Meydan station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Bosporus?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Bosporus is 21 km. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Istanbul to Bosporus.

Where can I stay near Bosporus?

There are 4230+ hotels available in Bosporus.

Istanbul to Bosporus - 5 ways to travel via Metro, bus, ferry, taxi, and car

How to get fromIstanbul to Bosporus

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Istanbul to Bosporus by train, bus, ferry, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Metro, bus
best
1. Take the train from Vezneciler to Leventtrain M2
2. Take the bus from Levent to Yeniköybus 40B
1h 7m
₺82
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Eminönü to İstinyeferry
1h 28m
₺21–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Büyükşehir Belediyesi to Beşiktas Meydanbus 28T
2. Take the bus from Beşiktaş Peronlar to Yeniköybus 40B
1h 16m
₺80–117
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Istanbul to Bosporustaxi 21.2 km
24 min
₺1,000–1,300
Drive 21.2 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Bosporuscar 21.2 km
24 min
₺119–172

Istanbul to Bosporus by ferry and foot

89Weekly Services

1h 28mAverage Duration

₺21Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Istanbul to Bosporus.

Launch map view

Distance: 20 km
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Bosporus, Turkey?

You can take a bus from İstanbul Büyükşehir Belediyesi to Bosporus via Beşiktaş Peronlar and Yeniköy in around 1h 16m. Alternatively, Şehir Hatları operates a ferry from Eminönü to İstinye hourly. Tickets cost ₺21–25 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

Train operators