Büyükçekmece to Sultanahmet transfer
Door to door with a private driver. Price set upfront, no waiting at a taxi rank.
Getting from Büyükçekmece to Sultanahmet
| Option | Price | Door to door | Luggage / groups |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private transfer | €38 fixed | Yes | No problem; vehicles up to 27 seats |
| Taxi | Metered; varies with traffic | Yes | Vehicle and boot size vary |
| Public transport | Cheapest | No; transfers may be needed | Hard with luggage |
Good to know
- From Istanbul Airport the route is via the Northern Marmara Motorway; on summer weekends the E-5 and the coast road are busy heading west.
- From Istanbul Airport, cars usually arrive along the Kennedy Caddesi seafront road; from Sabiha Gökçen, the Eurasia Tunnel to Kazlıçeşme is the quickest way in.
About this route
Sultanahmet lies east of Büyükçekmece, 32.9 km in a straight line and 40.8 km by road. Both ends are on the European side, so there is no Bosphorus crossing. Off-peak it takes about 60 minutes; at rush hour about 110 minutes, roughly 83% longer.
Büyükçekmece is best known for: summer homes and seaside events. Sultanahmet: historic sights and first-time visitors.
In free-flowing traffic the fastest way is D-100 (E-5) highway → Yeşilköy Caddesi → Eski Havaalanı Caddesi → Rauf Orbay Caddesi → Kennedy Caddesi (coast road).
If you're heading on to a flight, the nearest airport to Büyükçekmece is Istanbul Airport (31.6 km in a straight line).
Büyükçekmece
Büyükçekmece lies where the lake of the same name opens to the sea, a coastal district far from the centre but rich in history. Its symbol is the four-span stone bridge built by Mimar Sinan in the reign of Süleyman the Magnificent, which carried the Ottoman road toward the Balkans. Area guide ›
Sultanahmet
Sultanahmet is the core of the historic peninsula, the UNESCO-listed heart of both the Byzantine and Ottoman capitals. Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Topkapı Palace are only minutes apart on foot, so a large share of short-break visitors stay here. Most hotels are small boutique properties set in converted Ottoman wooden houses on back streets such as Cankurtaran and Küçük Ayasofya. Area guide ›
Hotels in Sultanahmet: Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet.
Highlights: Ayasofya, Sultanahmet Camii, Topkapı Sarayı, Yerebatan Sarnıcı, At Meydanı (Hipodrom).
Frequently asked questions
How far is Büyükçekmece from Sultanahmet?
About 40.8 km by road. Expect roughly 60 minutes in light traffic and up to 110 minutes at weekday rush hour.
How do I get from Büyükçekmece to Sultanahmet?
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 Büyükçekmece to Sultanahmet?
A one-way private transfer starts at €38 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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