How to get to Üsküdar by metro

Station, line, time and exit — the complete guide.

Quick answer

Get off at Üsküdar station (M5 line). From there it is a ~1-minute walk to Üsküdar Square, the ferry pier and the view of the Maiden’s Tower.

Regular ferries to the European side leave from the pier.

Alternatively: Kadıköy station (M4 line).

Üsküdar
Üsküdar

Overview

Üsküdar is the historic centre of the Asian side; with its square, historic mosques, ferry pier and view of the Maiden’s Tower it is one of Istanbul’s best-loved districts. The M5 line and the Marmaray link Üsküdar quickly to the European side.

Getting there from key points

Starting pointMetro route
YenikapıMarmaray to Üsküdar, ~6 min
TaksimM2 to Yenikapı, Marmaray to Üsküdar, ~18 min
Sabiha Gökçen AirportM4 + M8/M5 transfer, ~55 min

Step by step

1

Take the M5 line and get off at Üsküdar station.

2

Follow the signs to the right exit.

3

In about 1 minutes on foot you reach Üsküdar Square, the ferry pier and the view of the Maiden’s Tower.

What else to see nearby

Useful information

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Ticket
With a 90-minute İstanbulkart you can transfer across the metro, tram, buses and ferries. See the "Metro fares" page.
Accessibility
Üsküdar station has lifts for step-free access.
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Tip
From Üsküdar you can take a boat to the Maiden’s Tower or walk along the shore. Crossing the Bosphorus by ferry is a lovely alternative to the metro.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a ticket?

With a 90-minute İstanbulkart you can transfer across the metro, tram, buses and ferries. See the "Metro fares" page for prices.

How long does it take from the centre?

Yenikapı: Marmaray to Üsküdar, ~6 min.

Which lines serve the station?

Üsküdar station is served by the M5 line.

Is the station accessible?

Yes, Üsküdar station has lifts for step-free access.

Where can I find more sights?

See all attractions near the metro.

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Updated: August 2026