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Levent to Taksim: how many stops?
Checked: 14 October 2026- LeventStart M6
- Gayrettepe~2 min M11
- Şişli-Mecidiyeköy~5 min
- Osmanbey~7 min
- TaksimArrive · ~10 min F1
About this route
Levent to Taksim is 4 stops on the M2 metro. Board the train towards Yenikapı at Levent and get off at the fourth stop, Taksim. On the way you pass Gayrettepe, Şişli-Mecidiyeköy, and Osmanbey. No change is needed and the ride takes about 10 minutes.
Stops on the way where you can change lines: Gayrettepe (M11 metro).
On the way back, board at Taksim towards Hacıosman. It's 4 stops again.
Within walking distance of Taksim: Istanbul Taksim Square (76 m), Taksim Gezi Park (102 m), Republic Monument (176 m), Taksim Camii (229 m), Ataturk Cultural Center (298 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 Levent and Taksim?
No. Both stops are on the M2 metro, so you stay on the same train for all 4 stops.
How long does it take from Levent to Taksim?
About 10 minutes on board. Walking to the platform and waiting aren't included.
Which direction should I take from Levent?
Take the train towards Yenikapı. Platform signs show the last stop of the line.
When are the first and last M2 metro services?
The first M2 metro service leaves at 05:57 and the last at 00:00. 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 Levent to Taksim?
A full fare is 46,20 TL with İstanbulkart.
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Route data: Metro İstanbulChecked: 14 October 2026Sources and method