How to get bus card in istanbul

Obtaining an ISTANBULKART for use on Istanbul's public transportation system is a simple process. ISTANBULKART is a prepaid card that allows for quick and secure payment on various forms of transportation such as buses, ferries, trams, metros, and metro buses.

What is ISTANBULKART? 

ISTANBULKART is a prepaid card that can be used on various forms of public transportation in Istanbul, including buses, metros, ferries, trams, and metro buses. It can also be used at various facilities and locations such as Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality social facilities, cafeterias, vending machines, and partner shops.

How to Obtain ISTANBULKART: 

ISTANBULKART can be purchased at electronic ticket machines using cash. It can also be purchased at kiosks that sell ISTANBULKART. Additionally, ISTANBULKART can be obtained at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen Airport by visiting the electronic ticket machines on the bus floor.

Adding Credit to ISTANBULKART and Using it for Public Transportation:

 Credit can be added to ISTANBULKART through electronic machines, through the ISTANBULKART mobile app, or at partner kiosks and Migros shops. To use ISTANBULKART for public transportation, simply tap the card on the card reader.

ISTANBULKART Fees and Transportation Costs: 

The initial cost for ISTANBULKART is 50 Turkish Lira. The cost for regular journeys (short-medium distance) is 7.67TL. The second use within two hours is 5.49 TL and the third use is 4.17TL. The cost for metro bus rides varies from 5.49TL to 11.38TL depending on distance.