F1 funicular stations and map
Kabataş ⇄ Taksim
- 2 stations
- 3 min end to end
- 06:00–00:00
- 46.20 TL
F1 funicular stations in order
F1 Kabataş–Taksim funicular line: 2 stations between Kabataş and Taksim.
Minutes from the first station (estimated in-vehicle time). A faded icon means a transfer on foot.
F1 funicular hours and frequency
| Day | Hours | Every |
|---|---|---|
| Every day | 06:00–00:00 | 5–8 min |
| Day | Hours | Every |
|---|---|---|
| Every day | 06:00–00:00 | 5–8 min |
Times are departures from the end stations. · PDF, in Turkish (250 KB)
Trips per hour, station by station
Kabataş · to Taksim · weekdays · trips per hour
Most frequent around 07:00 (every 5 min). No night service.
Show as table
| Hour | Trips | Every |
|---|---|---|
| 00:00 | 1 | 60 min |
| 01:00 | 0 | — |
| 02:00 | 0 | — |
| 03:00 | 0 | — |
| 04:00 | 0 | — |
| 05:00 | 0 | — |
| 06:00 | 8 | 8 min |
| 07:00 | 12 | 5 min |
| 08:00 | 12 | 5 min |
| 09:00 | 12 | 5 min |
| 10:00 | 8 | 8 min |
| 11:00 | 7 | 9 min |
| 12:00 | 8 | 8 min |
| 13:00 | 7 | 9 min |
| 14:00 | 8 | 8 min |
| 15:00 | 7 | 9 min |
| 16:00 | 8 | 8 min |
| 17:00 | 12 | 5 min |
| 18:00 | 12 | 5 min |
| 19:00 | 12 | 5 min |
| 20:00 | 8 | 8 min |
| 21:00 | 7 | 9 min |
| 22:00 | 8 | 8 min |
| 23:00 | 7 | 9 min |
Source: Metro İstanbul – F1 hat detayı · checked 8 October 2026 · Frequency: Metro İstanbul resmî tarifesi, timetable 08.10.2026 itibarıyla, kış tarifesi.
F1 funicular map
Popular F1 funicular journeys: how many minutes?
| Journey | Stops | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Kabataş → Taksim | 1 | ~3 min |
Stops are the number of stops travelled (not counting where you board). Time: estimated in-vehicle time; waiting not included.
Where can you transfer?
- Kabataş
same station - Taksim
same station
Walking times are approximate.
Are the lifts and escalators working?
From Metro İstanbul's fault list, live when the page opens:
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Source: Metro İstanbul out-of-service equipment list (İBB Open Data). If you need a lift, check before you set off.
When and where is the F1 funicular busiest?
In 2025 the F1 funicular carried on average 10,983 passengers a day; 11,698 on weekdays and 9,166 at weekends.
| Station | Passengers a day | Busiest hour |
|---|---|---|
| Taksim | 32,109 | 18:00 |
| Kabataş | 17,675 | 18:00 |
Source: İBB Open Data — rail station passenger counts (2025) and BELBİM hourly ridership (2–18 Ekim 2024).
Frequently asked questions
How many stops does the F1 funicular have?
The F1 funicular line has 2 stations, from Kabataş to Taksim.
How long does the F1 funicular take from Kabataş to Taksim?
About 3 min in the vehicle. Waiting time and rush hours can add to this.
What time is the first F1 funicular?
On weekdays the first departures are 06:00 from Kabataş and 06:00 from Taksim. The first train reaches the stations in between a few minutes later.
What time is the last F1 funicular?
On weekdays the last departures are 00:00 from Kabataş and 00:00 from Taksim. The last train passes the stations in between later; check the time for your station on its page.
How often does the F1 funicular come?
The busiest hour on weekdays is around 07:00, with a trip about every 5 min at Kabataş.
How much is the F1 funicular?
With an Istanbulkart a full fare is 46.20 TL, student 22.55 TL. The fare does not depend on how many stations you travel. Without an Istanbulkart, a single-ride card costs 65.00 TL. Fares valid since 20 July 2026.
Where can I transfer from the F1 funicular?
Kabataş (T1); Taksim (M2, T2).
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