Bebek and Arnavutköy are upscale Bosphorus villages with boutique hotels and waterfront homes, about 42 km and 50 minutes from Istanbul Airport.
The shore road has very limited stopping space; the driver knows the permitted points and helps with luggage to the entrance.
The starting price on this page excludes motorway tolls and airport fees; they are added to the exact quote before you book, and traffic does not change the confirmed total.
Last section follows the narrow Bosphorus shore road, which is slow on summer weekends.
Price by vehicle class
| Vehicle | Passengers | Luggage | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | 4 | 3 | from €35 |
| Minivan | 7 | 6 | from €38 |
| Premium | 3 | 3 | from €74 |
| Luxury | 3 | 3 | from €53 |
Starting prices for 42 km. Motorway tolls and any airport fee are added for your exact addresses at booking; the total confirmed there is fixed and never changes afterwards.
Private transfer vs taxi, Havaist and metro
| Option | Typical time | Cost | With luggage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private transfer (pickupickup) | 50–85 min | Fixed price per car, confirmed at booking | Door to door, meet & greet, flight tracking |
| Airport taxi (meter) | 50–85 min | Meter fare — rises in traffic | Queue at the rank; no name sign or fixed price |
| M11 metro + bus along the shore | 80–100 min | Low per-person fare (Istanbulkart / card) | Crowded shore buses with luggage |
| Havaist to Beşiktaş + taxi | 80–110 min | Low per-person fare (Istanbulkart / card) | Two rides; queue for a taxi |
Public transport times include walking and changes and are typical, not guaranteed. Fares change often, so check the operator before travelling.
Drive time by time of day
| When | Drive time | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Early morning (05:00–07:00) | 40–50 min | Fastest time of day. |
| Weekday morning peak (07:30–10:00) | 75–85 min | Allow extra time for departures. |
| Midday (10:00–16:00) | 50–65 min | Usually moving well. |
| Evening peak (16:30–20:00) | 78–95 min | The coastal road through Arnavutköy is slow on sunny weekend afternoons. |
| Night (22:00–05:00) | 40–50 min | No night surcharge on our transfers. |