Travel between İstanbul and Trabzon with a private driver — 1070 km, roughly 12 h.
One of Turkey's longest highway corridors, the Istanbul–Trabzon route follows the Black Sea coast through Bolu, Düzce, Samsun, and Giresun. The roughly 12-hour journey offers stunning scenery from forested mountains to the coastal strip. It is especially popular for business travel and family visits, serving as the gateway to the eastern Black Sea region.
Unparalleled green landscapes along the Black Sea coastline
Coastal views of Samsun and Giresun
Access to Trabzon's Uzungöl Lake and Sümela Monastery
Bolu Mountain Tunnel and coastal motorway experience
Air-conditioned, well-maintained cars with plenty of legroom. A different experience from buses or shared shuttles.
Your driver picks you up at your home, hotel, or office and drops you right where you need to be.
Leave when it works for you — no bus timetables or flight schedules to worry about.
Big suitcases, ski gear, strollers — pack what you need. It all goes in the car with you.
Pick the right fit for your trip.
Good for 1-3 passengers with standard luggage. Comfortable and budget-friendly.
1-3 passengersMercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series, and similar. When you want a premium ride.
1-3 passengersRoom for 8-14 people with luggage. The go-to option for groups and families.
8-14 passengersA few tips to help your trip go smoothly.
Plan at least 2–3 rest stops during the 12-hour drive; rest areas around Samsun are ideal.
A VIP vehicle makes the long journey much more comfortable; overnight transfers are also available.
About 12 hours under normal conditions. With stops, plan for 13–14 hours.
Sedan (1–3 passengers), VIP (Mercedes V-Class or E-Class), and Minibus (8–14 passengers).
Yes, we operate 24/7. Night transfers often take less time due to lighter traffic.
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