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Beşiktaş to Sarıyer transfer

Door to door with a private driver. Price set upfront, no waiting at a taxi rank.

Distance18.8 km
Time (est.)~35 min
Rush hour~65 min
From€30

Getting from Beşiktaş to Sarıyer

OptionPriceDoor to doorLuggage / groups
Private transfer€30 fixedYesNo problem; vehicles up to 27 seats
TaxiMetered; varies with trafficYesVehicle and boot size vary
Public transportCheapestNo; transfers may be neededHard with luggage

Good to know

  • Arrivals typically come down via Zincirlikuyu and Barbaros Boulevard or through the Dolmabahçe Tunnel; Barbaros Boulevard slows sharply on weekday evenings.
  • From Istanbul Airport, Sarıyer is reached via the Northern Marmara Motorway and the Zekeriyaköy link; the coast road toward the centre is busy on weekend afternoons.

About this route

Sarıyer lies north of Beşiktaş, 14.4 km in a straight line and 18.8 km by road. Both ends are on the European side, so there is no Bosphorus crossing. Off-peak it takes about 35 minutes; at rush hour about 65 minutes, roughly 86% longer.

Beşiktaş is best known for: bosphorus hotels, palaces and local life. Sarıyer: quiet Bosphorus escapes and seafood.

In free-flowing traffic the fastest way is Barbaros Bulvarı → Büyükdere Caddesi → Hacı Osman Bayırı Caddesi → Sarıyer - Çayırbaşı Yolu.

If you're heading on to a flight, the nearest airport to Beşiktaş is Sabiha Gökçen Airport (30.1 km in a straight line).

Beşiktaş

Beşiktaş is a central Bosphorus district that pairs palaces and museums with a lively, everyday neighbourhood feel. The waterfront from Dolmabahçe Palace to Çırağan is lined with some of the city's best-known luxury hotels, while the market streets inland are packed with student cafés, taverns and breakfast spots. Area guide ›

Hotels in Beşiktaş: Çırağan Palace Kempinski, Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus, Swissôtel The Bosphorus, Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus.

Sarıyer

Sarıyer is the northernmost district on the European shore of the Bosphorus, stretching from Emirgan all the way to Rumelifeneri. Historic waterside villages such as Yeniköy, Tarabya and Büyükdere, the woodland of the Belgrad Forest and small villages facing the Black Sea all fall within its borders. Sarıyer town itself is known for the fish restaurants around its pier and its traditional milk-pudding shops. Area guide ›

Hotels in Sarıyer: The Grand Tarabya.

Highlights: Emirgan Korusu, Sakıp Sabancı Müzesi, Belgrad Ormanı, Sadberk Hanım Müzesi.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Beşiktaş from Sarıyer?

About 18.8 km by road. Expect roughly 35 minutes in light traffic and up to 65 minutes at weekday rush hour.

How do I get from Beşiktaş to Sarıyer?

By taxi, public transport or a pre-booked private transfer. With a private transfer the car comes to your door, the price is fixed in advance and luggage or larger groups are no problem.

How much is a transfer from Beşiktaş to Sarıyer?

A one-way private transfer starts at €30 per vehicle. The price is fixed at booking and doesn't rise with traffic.

Can I book a car with driver by the hour or for the day?

Yes. For several stops, waiting time or a full day we allocate a car with driver; the price is quoted in advance by hours and vehicle.

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