A few apps make getting around Turkey much easier. Download them before you go.
Taxis and rides
- BiTaksi — book official yellow taxis in Istanbul and other cities.
- Uber — in Istanbul, Uber books licensed taxis.
Public transport
- Moovit — routes for metro, trams, buses and ferries in Istanbul and other cities.
- Istanbulkart — the transport card for Istanbul; manage your balance in the official app or at station machines.
Long-distance travel
- Intercity bus apps such as Obilet — Turkey’s comfortable long-distance buses link most cities, including Cappadocia.
- High-speed trains connect Istanbul, Ankara and Konya; tickets can be booked online.
Food and translation
- Getir and Yemeksepeti — fast grocery and food delivery.
- Google Translate — camera translation of Turkish menus and signs; download Turkish for offline use.
All of these run on your Turkey eSIM data — choose a plan from our Turkey eSIM plans.
Frequently asked questions
Does Uber work in Istanbul?
Yes. In Istanbul, Uber books licensed taxis. BiTaksi is another popular option.
Which app helps with Istanbul public transport?
Moovit shows routes for the metro, trams, buses and ferries; you pay with an Istanbulkart.
How do I travel between cities in Turkey?
Long-distance buses link most cities and can be booked in apps such as Obilet; high-speed trains connect Istanbul, Ankara and Konya.
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