Istanbul to Bursa and Uludağ transfer
A private transfer from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Bursa costs from €350 per car in Economy (up to 3 passengers) or €410 in a van for up to 7. From Sabiha Gökçen (SAW), which is closer, it is from €260. We also drive up to the hotels of the Uludağ ski resort. Every price is per car, fixed when you book, with the car ferry and motorway tolls included. Pickups at IST between 15:00 and 19:00 cost 20% more.
Drive times are estimates outside rush hour. Istanbul traffic can make them much longer, and we cannot guarantee an arrival time.
Prices by vehicle
| Vehicle | Models | Passengers | Suitcases | One way, per car |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | Skoda Octavia, Toyota Prius or similar | 3 | 3 | €350 |
| Van Standard | Mercedes Vito, Ford Custom, Chevrolet Suburban or similar | 7 | 7 | €410 |
| Van First Class | Mercedes V-Class, Cadillac Escalade or similar | 6 | 6 | €625 |
| Minibus | Mercedes Sprinter, Ford Transit or similar | 16 | 16 | €575 |
Prices are per car, one way, fixed when you book. Tolls, parking, meet & greet and VAT are included. Pickups at IST between 15:00 and 19:00 cost 20% more. Book a return transfer at the same time and the return leg is 10% off.
Prices to Bursa and Uludağ
One way, per car. Economy seats up to 3 passengers with 3 suitcases, Van Standard up to 7 with 7 suitcases.
| Route | Distance | Drive | Economy | Van | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAW → Bursa | 135 km | ~150 min | €260 | €310 | Book |
| IST → Bursa | 225 km | ~200 min | €350 | €410 | Book |
| SAW → Uludağ (ski resort) | 170 km | ~205 min | €325 | €375 | Book |
| IST → Uludağ (ski resort) | 260 km | ~255 min | €410 | €490 | Book |
The drive to Bursa
The car crosses the Sea of Marmara on the Eskihisar–Topçular car ferry from Gebze to Yalova, then continues by road to Bursa: about 225 km by road and 200 minutes from IST, about 135 km and 150 minutes from Sabiha Gökçen, ferry crossing and usual waiting included. The ferry ticket for the car and its passengers and the motorway tolls are in the price. You can stay in the car or go up on deck during the crossing.
Uludağ ski resort
Uludağ, above Bursa, is Turkey's best-known ski resort. We drive to the door of your hotel in the hotel area, about 35 km of mountain road above the city. In winter our vans carry skis, snowboards and boot bags, and the cars have winter tyres; when snow closes the road or chains are required, the driver goes as far as is allowed and we keep you informed on WhatsApp. Ski transfers for groups: ski transfer.
Hotels, thermal baths and day trips
We drive to any address in Bursa: hotels in Osmangazi and Nilüfer, the thermal hotels of Çekirge, Cumalıkızık village and the old town around the Grand Mosque. For a day in Bursa with the same driver, see our chauffeur service (8 or 10 hours).
Meeting your driver at IST
Walk out of the arrivals hall through Exit 13. Our team waits at the 3E sign with your name; your driver then takes your luggage and walks with you to the car park. We track your flight, and the first 60 minutes after landing are free, so a long passport queue or a late bag costs nothing extra.
What the price includes and what costs extra
- Meet and greet with a name sign, and help with your luggage
- Flight tracking: a delay costs nothing extra
- 60 minutes of free waiting from the actual landing time (20 minutes at hotel and address pickups, 30 minutes at the Galataport cruise port)
- Motorway, bridge and tunnel tolls, airport parking and VAT
At extra cost
- Baby or booster seat: €10 per seat, per transfer (tell us the child's age, weight and height)
- Extra stop on the route: from €20 (Economy) to €70 (First Class)
- Waiting beyond the free time, only when agreed: per 15 minutes, from €5 (Economy) to €40 (First Class)
- Return transfer booked together: 10% off the return leg
Payment: cash to the driver at the end of the ride in EUR, TRY or USD; companies can pay by invoice. Full terms: Legal & Booking Policies.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a transfer from Istanbul to Bursa?
From €350 per car in Economy and €410 in a Van Standard from Istanbul Airport, and from €260 from Sabiha Gökçen. The price is per car, not per person. Pickups at IST between 15:00 and 19:00 cost 20% more.
How long is the drive from Istanbul to Bursa?
About 200 minutes for the 225 km from Istanbul Airport and about 150 minutes from Sabiha Gökçen, outside rush hour.
Do you drive to the Uludağ hotels in winter?
Yes, to the hotel area of the ski resort. If snow closes the road or chains are required, the driver goes as far as allowed and we arrange the rest with you.
Is the ferry included in the price?
Yes. We take the Eskihisar–Topçular car ferry, and the ferry for the car and everyone in it is included in the price.
Can we stop on the way?
Yes. A short break is free; an extra stop with a pickup or drop-off costs from €20 (Economy) to €70 (First Class).
How long does the driver wait at the airport?
Waiting at the airport is free for 1 hour. The 60 minutes start when your flight lands, so passport control and baggage claim are covered at no extra cost.
What happens if my flight is delayed?
Nothing changes for you. We track your flight number and your driver arrives for the actual landing time. The 60 minutes of free waiting start after landing. In the colder months delays are common, usually up to about 30 minutes.