Istanbul to Yalova transfer
A private transfer from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Yalova costs from €275 per car in Economy (up to 3 passengers) or €325 in a van for up to 7. From Sabiha Gökçen (SAW), about 60 km away, it is from €175. The price is fixed when you book and includes the car ferry across the Sea of Marmara. 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 | €275 |
| Van Standard | Mercedes Vito, Ford Custom, Chevrolet Suburban or similar | 7 | 7 | €325 |
| Van First Class | Mercedes V-Class, Cadillac Escalade or similar | 6 | 6 | €490 |
| Minibus | Mercedes Sprinter, Ford Transit or similar | 16 | 16 | €460 |
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 Yalova
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 → Yalova | 60 km | ~90 min | €175 | €210 | Book |
| IST → Yalova | 150 km | ~150 min | €275 | €325 | Book |
The drive to Yalova
From both airports we drive to Eskihisar in Gebze and take the car ferry to Topçular, a short drive from Yalova: about 150 minutes from IST and about 90 minutes from Sabiha Gökçen, crossing and usual waiting included. The ferry ticket for the car and its passengers is in the price; during the crossing you can stay in the car or go up on deck.
Termal and the hotels
We drive to any address in Yalova, the thermal hotels of Termal, Çınarcık and Armutlu. Tell us the hotel name when you book. If you go on to Bursa, the Bursa page has the prices: Istanbul to Bursa and Uludağ.
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 Yalova?
From €275 per car in Economy and €325 in a Van Standard from Istanbul Airport, and from €175 from Sabiha Gökçen, ferry included. Pickups at IST between 15:00 and 19:00 cost 20% more.
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.
Do you go to Termal and Çınarcık?
Yes, to any hotel or address in the Yalova area.
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.