Transportation

The Koç School

Tepeören District, Kanuni Street, 34959 Tuzla / Istanbul

The closest airport to the venue, approximately 15-20 minutes by car.

• Taxi: 15-20 minutes, approximately 400 TL.
• Private Transfer: Pre-arranged airport transfers available. Learn more at kiosks in the airport.

Located on the European side, approximately 70-90 minutes by car depending on traffic.

• Taxi: 70-90 minutes, approximately 3000-3800 TL.
• Havaist Bus: Take Havaist to Kadıköy, then transfer to M4 Metro Line to get off at Kurtköy Station to then transfer via Taxi.
• Recommended: Consider staying near Sabiha Gökçen if arriving here.

Popular district on the Asian side with good public transport connections.

• Metro + Bus: M4 Metro to Kurtköy, then transfer via taxi to the venue.
• Marmaray + Bus: Marmaray to Pendik, transfer to local bus or taxi.
• Duration: Approximately 60-75 minutes.

Central European side location requiring a cross-Bosphorus journey.

• Metro + Marmaray Route: Take the M2 metro to Yenikapı, transfer to Marmaray and get off at Pendik station, then either take the local bus or the taxi to reach the venue.
• Ferry Option: Take a ferry to Kadıköy, then follow the Kadıköy route.
• Duration: Approximately 90-120 minutes.

Driving directions and parking information for those arriving by personal vehicle.

• GPS Coordinates: Type "Koç Okulu" in your navigation.
• Drop-off: School campus allows drop-offs by personal vehicle for Koç JMUN.

• Get an Istanbulkart for public transport - much cheaper than single tickets.
• Allow extra time during rush hours (7-10 AM, 5-8 PM).
• Download Moovit or Google Maps for real-time transit directions.
• Consider staying in Pendik or Kartal districts for easier access to the venue.

Get an Istanbulkart

Essential for public transport in Istanbul. Available at metro stations, kiosks, and some markets. Much cheaper than single-use tickets.

Navigation Apps

Download Moovit or Google Maps for real-time public transport directions. BiTaksi and Uber work well for taxi/ride-sharing services in Istanbul.

Avoid Rush Hours

Istanbul traffic peaks from 7-10 AM and 5-8 PM. If using public transport or driving, leave earlier than usual to account for delays.

Need Help?

Lost or having transportation issues? Email kocjmunliaison@gmail.com or contact your school's MUN advisor immediately.