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Samandıra Merkez to Veysel Karani: how many stops?
Checked: 14 October 2026- Samandıra MerkezStart
- Veysel KaraniArrive · ~3 min
About this route
Samandıra Merkez and Veysel Karani are next to each other on the M5 metro: board at Samandıra Merkez and get off at the very next stop. The ride takes about 3 minutes.
On the way back, board at Veysel Karani towards Üsküdar. It's 1 stop again.
Within walking distance of Veysel Karani: Rings AVM (517 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
Related routes
- M5Üsküdar → Samandıra Merkezdirect · ~42 min20 stops
- M5Üsküdar → Veysel Karanidirect · ~45 min21 stops
- M5Altunizade → Samandıra Merkezdirect · ~36 min17 stops
- M5Altunizade → Veysel Karanidirect · ~40 min18 stops
- M5Ümraniye → Samandıra Merkezdirect · ~29 min14 stops
- M5Ümraniye → Veysel Karanidirect · ~32 min15 stops
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to change between Samandıra Merkez and Veysel Karani?
No. Both stops are on the M5 metro, so you stay on the same train for all 1 stops.
How long does it take from Samandıra Merkez to Veysel Karani?
About 3 minutes on board. Walking to the platform and waiting aren't included.
Which direction should I take from Samandıra Merkez?
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 Samandıra Merkez to Veysel Karani?
A full fare is 46,20 TL with İstanbulkart.
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Route data: Metro İstanbulChecked: 14 October 2026Sources and method