Transportation to Sakarya is quite easy from Turkey's major cities and surrounding regions, as the province is strategically located. There are road and rail connections from major metropolises such as Istanbul and Ankara. The TEM highway and the D-100 highway are Sakarya's main roads providing easy access to cities such as Istanbul, Ankara and Izmit. In addition, thanks to the railway line passing through Adapazari city center, there are train services to various cities in Turkey. These trains stand out as a preferred alternative, especially when traveling to Istanbul.
In urban transportation, buses and minibuses are the most used public transportation vehicles in Sakarya. Operated by Sakarya Metropolitan Municipality, city buses make regular trips to different parts of the city and provide an important transportation service with discounted or free travel opportunities for students, elderly and disabled people. Minibuses, on the other hand, have more flexible routes and offer a more practical option for accessing smaller neighborhoods and areas than buses. Taxis and ride-hailing services via various mobile apps, which have recently gained popularity, are other options that support transportation within the city.
Various facilities are also provided for transportation to universities in Sakarya. Especially Sakarya University, as one of the important educational institutions of the city, is located close to Adapazarı city center. Transportation to the university is provided by city bus lines and these lines operate regularly so that students can easily reach the campus. Within the campus, students can use the shuttle buses used to facilitate transportation between classrooms, library and other facilities. In addition, similar transportation facilities are available to other university campuses in the city, facilitating the daily travel of students and academic staff.
In general, Sakarya is a city that offers various and effective alternatives in terms of both in-city and out-of-city transportation. These transportation facilities contribute to the social and economic life of the city, while significantly facilitating access to educational institutions, thus improving the quality of life of the city's residents and students.