Travel Beyond Istanbul in Comfort
Sometimes your journey takes you beyond the city. Whether for business, tourism or a medical visit, our intercity transfer service connects Istanbul to all major Turkish cities and destinations — in the comfort of a private, air-conditioned luxury vehicle.
All intercity transfers are handled by experienced long-distance drivers who know the best routes. Your vehicle is equipped with Wi-Fi, water and phone chargers — making your journey as productive or relaxing as you choose.
Popular Intercity Routes
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Route Guides for Our Most Requested Trips
Each of these trips has its own page with driving times, the best way to plan the day and answers to the questions travellers ask us most:
- ✓Istanbul to Bursa & Uludağ transfer — from IST, SAW or your hotel, including winter ski runs to Uludağ
- ✓Istanbul to Sapanca, Kartepe & Maşukiye — lake and mountain getaways east of the city
- ✓Istanbul to Cappadocia by private car — door to door, with stops where you want them
- ✓Istanbul to Çanakkale, Gallipoli & Troy — one-way transfers or a full day with your driver
- ✓Istanbul to Bulgaria (Burgas, Varna, Sunny Beach) — cross-border private transfer
What's Included in Intercity Transfers?
- ✓Mercedes vehicle — Vito or Sprinter depending on group size
- ✓Wi-Fi, water & phone chargers on board
- ✓Fixed all-inclusive price — Highway tolls included
- ✓Door-to-door — Pickup from your hotel or address
- ✓Rest stops on long journeys — Driver arranges at your convenience
Frequently Asked Questions
How far in advance should I book an intercity transfer?
We recommend booking at least 24 hours in advance to ensure vehicle and driver availability. For holiday periods, 48–72 hours is better.
How much is a transfer from Istanbul to Bursa?
Intercity transfers are quoted per vehicle. Send us your pickup address, destination and passenger count and you receive a fixed quote on request — including fuel and highway tolls. The drive to Bursa takes about 2–2.5 hours depending on route and traffic.
Can you take me from Istanbul to Cappadocia by private car?
Yes. Istanbul to Cappadocia (Nevşehir/Göreme) is approximately 740 km and takes 8–9 hours by road. We pick you up at your Istanbul hotel and drive you door-to-door to your Cappadocia accommodation, at a fixed quote on request. Read our Istanbul to Cappadocia guide to compare driving and flying.
Can you arrange a return transfer?
Yes. Book both legs at the same time and we confirm the outbound and return transfers together.
Is a private transfer faster than the bus between cities?
Usually, and it is more comfortable. Intercity buses follow set schedules and stops, while a private transfer goes directly from your door to your destination, with rest breaks when you want them.
Arriving by plane first? Book your Istanbul Airport transfer or Sabiha Gökçen transfer. For a driver at your disposal for several hours, see car rental with driver.