Gayrettepe-Istanbul Airport-Arnavutköy Metro Line Carries 15.5 Million Passengers
The Gayrettepe-Istanbul Airport-Arnavutköy metro line has carried 15,687,783 passengers since its launch on January 22, 2023. It is one of the fastest metro lines in Turkey, equipped with a national signaling system and domestically produced rolling stock.
Seven stations between the Cargo Terminal and Kagithane were opened on January 22, 2023. Gayrettepe Station opened on January 29, 2024, and Arnavutköy Hospital and Taşoluk stations were added to the line on March 19, 2024.
The route is 47.5 km long. The busiest stations are Gayrettepe, which carries 27% of passengers, and Istanbul Airport, with 24%. On November 22, 2024, a record passenger flow of 36,389 people was recorded in one day.
Work is underway to extend the line on the Arnavutköy Hospital - Halkali section. New stations will be built in the areas of İbni Haldun University, Kayaşehir, Olympic Village and Halkali Stadium. After the completion of the project, the total length of the line will be 69 km, and the number of stations will increase to 15.
The Istanbul Metro continues to expand. In 2024, its length exceeds 320 km, and by 2029, the network is planned to increase to 650 km. This will significantly reduce travel time, increase the connectivity of districts and provide convenient transport links for residents and tourists.
Proximity to metro stations, Marmaray, Metrobüs, tram and bus stops plays an important role when choosing real estate in Istanbul. Construction projects with good transport accessibility are in the greatest demand among investors. Stay Property licensed real estate agents will answer all your questions about choosing an apartment in Istanbul, leave a request for a free consultation.
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