How do I check ferry and airport shuttle departure points and schedules in central Istanbul?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 14 days ago
TL;DR
For Princes’ Islands ferries, check the exact route and pier in the app or map: the piers are close together, but ferries may arrive at Eminönü, Karaköy, or Kabataş. For airport transfers, Havaist runs 24/7 from Aksaray and Çatladıkapı, with live schedules in the Havaist app.
What the community said
If you need an airport transfer late at night or very early in the morning, Havaist is a reliable option in central Istanbul: buses from Aksaray and Çatladıkapı operate 24/7. Check the Havaist app for live departure times, since frequencies can change.
14 days ago Havaist, Aksaray, Çatladıkapı
For ferries to Büyükada, swipe across the route list until you find the specific Büyükada schedule. On maps and transport apps, the Princes’ Islands are often grouped under the name Adalar, so check for that label as well.
14 days ago Büyükada, Adalar
When choosing a ferry in central Istanbul, the timetable matters more than the operator because the piers are close to each other. What you do need to verify is the arrival area: some ferries go to Eminönü near Sultanahmet, while others arrive at Karaköy or Kabataş.
14 days ago Eminönü, Sultanahmet, Karaköy, Kabataş