Taxis

Taxis are painted a uniform bright yellow and very common in all Turkish cities. Fares are relatively inexpensive compared to those in other European countries.

Dolmus

A dolmus is a collective taxi that follows specific routes. The vehicle may be a sedan or a minibus. Dolmus travel is inexpensive and convenient. Passengers pay according to distance traveled, and may embark or disembark at specified or requested stops. Highly recommended mode of local transportation.

City Bus

Buses are inexpensive, but can be very crowded during rush hour. Tickets are purchased in advance at conveniently located ticket booths. There are two kinds of buses: privately owned buses (orange in Ankara, green or blue in Istanbul) and municipal buses. You may generally pay the driver directly in cash on the private buses.

Ferries

These vessels can be an attractive alternative to heavy city traffic. Excellent means of moving from the European side of Istanbul to the Asian side.

Added 15/11/05 by Fay - I think everyone who brings a car to Turkey should be made aware of what happens if they leave Turkey if only a day trip to Greece. I wished to board a ferry to one of the Greek Islands only to be told that I was unable to travel as I did not have my car with me. This was very distressing for me and I would not want anyone to go through what I went through.

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