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Aksaray to Esenler: how many stops?
Checked: 14 October 2026- AksarayStart M1AT1
- Emniyet-Fatih~2 min M1A
- Topkapı-Ulubatlı~4 min M1A
- Bayrampaşa-Maltepe~7 min M1A
- Sağmalcılar~9 min M1A
- Kocatepe~12 min M1A
- Otogar~14 min M1A
- EsenlerArrive · ~15 min
About this route
Aksaray to Esenler is 7 stops on the M1B metro. Board the train towards Kirazlı-Bağcılar at Aksaray and get off at the seventh stop, Esenler. There are 6 stops in between, from Emniyet-Fatih to Otogar. No change is needed and the ride takes about 15 minutes.
Stops on the way where you can change lines: Emniyet-Fatih (M1A metro), Topkapı-Ulubatlı (M1A metro), Bayrampaşa-Maltepe (M1A metro), Sağmalcılar (M1A metro).
On the way back, board at Esenler towards Yenikapı. It's 7 stops again.
Within walking distance of Esenler: Esenler Modern ve Kapalı Pazar Yeri (168 m), Esenler Otogarı (576 m).
Fares and holidays
- Full fare
- 46,20 TL
- Student
- 22,55 TL
- Teacher / age 60+
- 33,08 TL
- Age 65+
- Free
A full fare is 46,20 TL with İstanbulkart.
Changing vehicles within 120 minutes of the first tap costs 34,40 TL for the first transfer, 26,42 TL for the second and 17,18 TL after that. There's no transfer discount when you get on the Metrobus.
On holidays İBB lines are often free (with an Istanbulkart registered to your ID); Marmaray and the M11 need a separate presidential decision. Public holidays
Fares in effect since 20 July 2026. All fares
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to change between Aksaray and Esenler?
No. Both stops are on the M1B metro, so you stay on the same train for all 7 stops.
How long does it take from Aksaray to Esenler?
About 15 minutes on board. Walking to the platform and waiting aren't included.
Which direction should I take from Aksaray?
Take the train towards Kirazlı-Bağcılar. Platform signs show the last stop of the line.
When are the first and last M1B metro services?
The first M1B metro service leaves at 06:00 and the last at 00:03. These are the line's opening hours; the time it passes your stop can be a few minutes later.
How much does it cost from Aksaray to Esenler?
A full fare is 46,20 TL with İstanbulkart.
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Route data: Metro İstanbulChecked: 14 October 2026Sources and method