Büyükçekmece Pocket Bus Terminal, which started a new era in Istanbul’s transportation vision
Implemented by Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IMM) Büyükçekmece Pocket Bus TerminalIt offers a modern, comfortable and efficient travel experience for passengers going to Thrace. Daily approx. 5000 passengersThe bus terminal, which was put into service with its capacity, was designed to strengthen the urban and cross-border transportation network. In this article, the technical features of the bus terminal, the advantages of its location, its service profile and its effects on city traffic will be examined in detail.
Location and integration: Why Büyükçekmece?
Büyükçekmece, located on the West side of Istanbul, Expanding the transportation line to the Thrace regionIt is a strategic connection point chosen for the purpose of new bus terminal, good location advantageIt offers passengers time saving and safe travel opportunities by organizing direct scheduled flights to the provinces of Thrace. Access is provided to the provinces of Edirne, Kırklareli, Tekirdağ and Çanakkale and the districts of these provinces. The targeted daily passenger flow and number of trips revitalizes the regional ecosystem of the bus terminal.
Architectural and infrastructure features that shape the future
bus station 4,500 square meters of open spaceAnd 500 square meters closed areaIt was built in two main volumes: The capacity is designed to manage passenger flow smoothly. on site cafeteriaAnd passenger service areaThere are comfort elements such as. Modern infrastructure prioritizes safe and fast movement; This minimizes passenger waiting times. Bus terminal management, Boğaziçi Management Inc.undertaken by Staff of 7,000 peopleprovides professional facility management services. This structure guarantees a high quality standard in operation and maintenance processes.
Navigation network and service profile: Seamless connection to Thrace
At the bus station, Regular scheduled flights to the Thrace regionis organized. It is possible to reach the provinces of Edirne, Kırklareli, Tekirdağ and Çanakkale and their districts. Daily approx. Entry and exit of 5000 passengersThe bus terminal, which will serve with the aim of reducing the frequency of trips about 250takes him on a journey. Voyages aim to provide a comfortable experience for passengers and 15–30 minute intervalsMutual movements minimize waiting times. This dynamic strengthens the intercity connection network while increasing passenger satisfaction.
Management and operational excellence
Boğaziçi Yönetimi AŞ, which carries out the operational load of the bus terminal, With a staff of 7,000 peopleMaintains standards in areas of the facility such as maintenance, security, cleanliness and customer service. The professional management approach aims to provide safe and fast service to passengers. In this context, personnel training, security protocols and service quality are constantly updated.
IMM’s vision and urban impacts
In the vision of IMM renewed bus terminalsIt plays a critical role in improving urban life and making transportation more inclusive. The process that started with the renovation of the Grand Istanbul Bus Terminal continues in this new center, increasing the safety, comfort and fluidity of passengers. Istanbul’s world city identityStrengthening the transportation infrastructure for the city both increases urban mobility and establishes independent and clear lines between cities. In this way, balanced population flow between provinces and districts is supported and large-scale transportation operations become more efficient.
Current statistics and future goals
The daily targeted number of passengers and number of trips determine the performance indicators of the bus terminal. 5000 passengers/dayAnd 250 trips/dayFigures like these play a key role in operational planning. Bus terminal maintenance, security controls and customer experience processes are supported by technological infrastructure integration. If passenger demand increases in the future, additional flights and new lines may be commissioned; Thus, the access between Thrace and Istanbul becomes even stronger.
The result: a modern traffic attraction at the center of regional integration
Büyükçekmece Pocket Bus TerminalIt brings a new attraction point to Istanbul’s transportation ecosystem. The advantages it offers in terms of both passenger comfort and line flexibility increase urban mobility and make the connection between Thrace and Istanbul safer and faster. Professional managementAnd modern infrastructureThe bus terminal stands out as a key center that strengthens the regional transportation network. In this way, a more integrated future is built in Istanbul’s transportation logic.
