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Sirkeci to Kartal: how many stops?
Checked: 14 October 2026About this route
Sirkeci to Kartal is 16 stops on the Marmaray. Board the train towards Gebze at Sirkeci and get off at the 16th stop, Kartal. There are 15 stops in between, from Üsküdar to Başak. No change is needed and the ride takes about 41 minutes.
Stops on the way where you can change lines: Üsküdar (M5 metro), Ayrılık Çeşmesi (M4 metro), Söğütlüçeşme (Metrobus), Bostancı (M8 metro).
On the way back, board at Kartal towards Halkalı. It's 16 stops again.
These times are calculated from the distance between stops, so they can be a few minutes off.
Within walking distance of Kartal: Maarifi Sultan Camii (56 m), Kartal Surp Nişan Armenian Orthodox Church (334 m), Kartal Merkez Camii (418 m), Kartal İDO İskelesi (418 m), Kartal Sahil Parkı (596 m).
Fares and holidays
- Full fare
- 46,20 TL
- Student
- 22,55 TL
- Teacher / age 60+
- 33,08 TL
- Age 65+
- Free
Marmaray fares go by the number of stations: Sirkeci to Kartal is 16 stations, 55,11 TL full fare.
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 Sirkeci and Kartal?
No. Both stops are on the Marmaray, so you stay on the same train for all 16 stops.
How long does it take from Sirkeci to Kartal?
About 41 minutes on board. Walking to the platform and waiting aren't included.
Which direction should I take from Sirkeci?
Take the train towards Gebze. Platform signs show the last stop of the line.
How much does it cost from Sirkeci to Kartal?
Marmaray fares go by the number of stations: Sirkeci to Kartal is 16 stations, 55,11 TL full fare.
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Route data: İBB Açık VeriChecked: 14 October 2026Sources and method