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Bulgurlu to Samandıra Merkez: how many stops?
Checked: 14 October 2026- BulgurluStart
- Ümraniye~2 min
- Çarşı~4 min
- Yamanevler~6 min
- Çakmak~8 min
- Ihlamurkuyu~10 min
- Altınşehir~12 min
- İmam Hatip Lisesi~14 min
- Dudullu~16 min M8
- Necip Fazıl~19 min
- Çekmeköy~20 min
- Meclis~22 min
- Sarıgazi~24 min
- Sancaktepe Şehir Hastanesi~26 min
- Sancaktepe~29 min
- Samandıra MerkezArrive · ~31 min
About this route
Bulgurlu to Samandıra Merkez is 15 stops on the M5 metro. Board the train towards Sultanbeyli at Bulgurlu and get off at the 15th stop, Samandıra Merkez. There are 14 stops in between, from Ümraniye to Sancaktepe. No change is needed and the ride takes about 31 minutes.
Stops on the way where you can change lines: Dudullu (M8 metro).
On the way back, board at Samandıra Merkez towards Üsküdar. It's 15 stops again.
Within walking distance of Samandıra Merkez: Damatrys Sarayı (326 m), Arap Hekim Camii (408 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 Bulgurlu and Samandıra Merkez?
No. Both stops are on the M5 metro, so you stay on the same train for all 15 stops.
How long does it take from Bulgurlu to Samandıra Merkez?
About 31 minutes on board. Walking to the platform and waiting aren't included.
Which direction should I take from Bulgurlu?
Take the train towards Sultanbeyli. Platform signs show the last stop of the line.
When are the first and last M5 metro services?
The first M5 metro service leaves at 06:00 and the last at 00:02. 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 Bulgurlu to Samandıra Merkez?
A full fare is 46,20 TL with İstanbulkart.
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Route data: Metro İstanbulChecked: 14 October 2026Sources and method