Is public transportation free in Istanbul today?
Quick Look
- Today, there will be no fee on all integrated lines such as bus, metro, metrobus, ferry and rail systems in Istanbul.
- Istanbulites will be able to use these means of transportation without paying any fee throughout the day.
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Why It Matters
October 6 is remembered as one of the important turning points of the War of Independence and on this day, public transportation in Istanbul became free.
Today, why public transportation is free has started to be on the agenda of many people who go to work in the morning or go for a city tour. So, is public transportation free today? Will IETT, Marmaray, metro, ferry and metrobus be free?
In line with the decision taken on October 6, one of the most important turning points of the national struggle, in order for Istanbulites to move easily in transportation; There will be no fee on all integrated lines such as bus, metro, metrobus, ferry and rail systems. Istanbulites will be able to benefit from these lines throughout the day without paying any fee.
Open Questions
- Is this application only valid for October 6?
- Who will cover the cost of free public transportation?
