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Turkish Train Fare Discounts

Last Updated on May 2, 2019

Turkish State Railways offers discounts for children, students, soldiers, seniors (60 and up), and for passengers on round-trips (return trips) on its main lines:

Children

Children from infants through 6 years old ride free. Kids 7 to 12 pay 50% of the adult fare.

Students & Teachers

20% discount for students and teachers, but you may need a Turkish student or teacher ID card to be eligible.

Seniors

20% discount for travelers 60 to 64, 50% discount for travelers 65 and older.

Round-trip (Return trip)

20% discount off full fare if you buy a gidiş-dönüş (gee-DEESH duhr-NEWSH, round-trip/return) ticket.

For Turkish Citizens

Turkish soldiers, teachers, members of the press, veterans and their families, etc. are entitled to a wider range of discounts. You need the proper Turkish ID card to obtain these discounts.

Monthly Rail Passes

If you plan to travel a lot by train, consider the 30-day Train Tour Cards (Tren Tur Kartı) which grant substantial discounts on trains, including sleeper trains.

See also the Train Travel Costs page.


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