Taxis in Istanbul

Taxi
Istanbul, Turkey
With modern ride sharing not having a significant presence in Istanbul, taxis are still the best option if you need to hire a driver for short and mid range trips. Luckily, taxis in Istanbul can be requested via the BiTaski app.
Pricing
Taxi fares in Istanbul cost a βΊ3.45 base fare with an additional βΊ2.00 per km. The minimum fare taxis charge is βΊ8.00. If you take a Taxi from the European side of Istanbul to the Asian side via one of the Bosphorus bridges, you are responsible for the βΊ7.00 toll. There is no toll heading the other way.
Taxi Coverage Map
There are two types of taxi vehicles available in Istanbul:
Detailed Photos
Click the photos below for more detailed descriptions of searching for, hiring and riding a taxi.
Other Ride Sharing Options
Public Transportation Options
Istanbulβs public transit system is a collection of services operated by municipal organizations and private companies.
The Marmaray is an underground, undersea and above ground train connecting the Asian and European sides of Istanbul.
The Istanbul Metro is a network of 6 subway lines that serve about 385 million riders every year.
Buy your Istanbul and all other European train tickets here.
Bicycle Rental Options
Bike sharing is available on both the Asian and European sides of Istanbul using the isbike service.