Free Public Transportation on Northern Marmara Motorway, Bridges, and Ferries on July 2, 2023
Title: Highways and Bridges in Turkey: Are they Free Today After the Eid Holiday?
Publication Date: July 2, 2023
The month of June marked the celebration of Eid-al-Adha, the second religious holiday in the Islamic world, which was congratulated by millions of Muslims. The festivities, which began on June 28, concluded on July 1. However, a question arises: are the highways and bridges in Turkey free of charge today, following the Eid Holiday?
In a recent statement issued by the General Directorate of Highways, it was announced that certain highways and bridges would indeed be free during specific hours. Starting from midnight on Saturday, June 24, 2023 (the night that connects Friday to Saturday), and until 07:00 on Monday, July 3, 2023, the highways managed by the General Directorate of Highways, as well as the 15 July Martyrs Bridge and Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge, can be used free of charge.
However, it’s important to note that there are some exceptions. Passages through the Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge, Northern Marmara Highway, Gebze Orhangazi İzmir Highway, Osman Gazi Bridge, Menemen Aliağa Çandarlı Highway, Ankara Niğde Highway, 1915 Çanakkale Bridge, and Malkara Çanakkale Highway will still incur fees.
The following bridges and highways will not have any toll fees during this period:
– July 15 Martyrs Bridge
– Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
– European Motorway (Mahmutbey – Edirne Section)
– Anatolian Motorway (Çamlıca Station – Akıncı Section)
– Gebze – Orhangazi – İzmir (Including İzmit Bay Crossing and Connection Roads)
– İzmir – Çeşme Highway
– İzmir – Aydın Highway
– Çukurova Highways (Adana East Side – Şanlıurfa section)
– Çukurova Highways (Niğde – Mersin – Adana West Section)
On the other hand, the following bridges and highways will still require payment:
– Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge (3rd Bridge)
– Eurasia Tunnel
– Osmangazi Bridge
– Menemen Aliağa Çandarlı Highway
– Ankara-Niğde Highway
So, for anyone planning to traverse these transportation arteries in Turkey during this period, it is advisable to take note of the toll fees according to the aforementioned regulations.
While the holiday season has come to an end, it’s important for travelers to stay informed about any changes in the transportation landscape to ensure a smooth and cost-effective journey.
