How crowded is the bus to Terra City mall in Istanbul and how to get a guaranteed seat?
Based on 2 discussions with 2 participants · Last activity: 9 days ago
TL;DR
Buses to Terra City mall are often packed, especially in the afternoon. For a guaranteed seat, board at the terminal stop rather than intermediate stops like Eminönü.
What the community said
An afternoon trip to Terra City mall took 45–50 minutes, but the bus was packed and some passengers had to stand. The return journey at 17:30 was equally crowded. Morning trips may be less busy.
1 day ago Terra City mall, 45–50 min ride
To guarantee a seat, board at the terminal stop where a ticket agent comes around before departure. At intermediate stops like Eminönü, the driver may skip you if the bus is full. Wave your hand to flag the bus down — especially at night, the driver may not notice you otherwise.
2 days ago Terminal stop vs Eminönü
This route uses smaller-capacity buses, so they fill up faster. The bus does make intermediate stops, but there's no guarantee of a free seat if you're not boarding at the terminal.
2 days ago Small-capacity bus