How can I get to Kas on a budget? 🇹🇷 And what about the SIM card?
Introduction
Many of you have probably seen photos or videos of Kaş, and noticed how beautiful it is: the turquoise sea, the mountains, the cozy streets, and the beautiful hotels.
And if you've already looked at prices, you might have noticed another pleasant thing: it's quite possible to find great hotels in Kaş at a fairly affordable price.
Perhaps one of the reasons is that Kaş isn't easy to get to. The nearest airport is a two-hour drive away, so many people think the only option is to take an expensive taxi.
But that's not necessary. I'll tell you how to get to Kaş for about 1,700–2,000 ₽ instead of 16,000 ₽ by taxi.
✈️ Fly to Dalaman Airport
For a trip to Kaş, it's more convenient to choose Dalaman Airport rather than Antalya. Dalaman is closer to Kaş, although for some reason, many people consider Antalya first.
🚌 Dalaman → Kaş for 1000/1200 TL - 1740 - 2088 RUB
How to find the shuttle 👇
Option 1
Message this number in advance
WhatsApp and book the shuttle +90 541 242 12 42
This is an official shuttle company that runs several times a day to Kaş and Dalaman. The cost per person is 1000 TL = 1740 RUB. It is recommended to message a day or half a day before your intended trip.
You will be asked to provide your first name, last name, date of birth, and passport number. Payment is made to the driver in person when you meet them before the trip.
Option 2
After exiting Dalaman Airport, you need to go outside and walk straight.
Cross the pedestrian crossing and continue straight until you see small stands for the various transport companies.
Among them, you'll see a stand with the word "KAŞ" written on it.
Go there and say you need to go to Kaş. At the time of my trip, the transfer cost 1,200 Turkish lira per person, or about 2,100 rubles.
This isn't a private transfer, so you'll have to wait a bit for other passengers to gather. In my case, the wait was about 20 minutes.
And then begins one of the most enjoyable parts of the trip.
🌊 Try to sit in the front
I highly recommend politely asking the driver if you can sit in the front seat next to him. Here's why. Part of the road to Kaş runs along the sea, and the views are incredibly beautiful. If you sit in the front, you can look out the windshield and take beautiful videos on your phone. So, for me, the drive to Kaş already became part of the trip. If you can't get a seat by the front window, then sit in the right-hand side of the car 👉. The windows on the right will overlook the sea. This is the case if you're traveling from Dolomani to Kaş. If you're going the opposite direction, then on the left 👈
The driver also makes a stop at a gas station along the way. You can use the restroom, buy water, or grab a snack. And another nice thing: the restrooms at the gas stations where we stopped were very clean.
In Kas, you'll get a ride to this point.
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✈️ How to get from Kas back to the airport
Be sure to book a return transfer in advance via WhatsApp.
· 90 541 242 12 42
🚌 How to get around Kas
You can get around Kas on small local buses. Just a warning: the comfort is rather limited. 😅 The buses are small, often packed, and the air conditioning may not work, so it can get very hot inside. 🥵 But it's truly budget-friendly transportation. The cost depends on the distance, but my ride was about 60 lira, or about 100 rubles.
🚕 Save the taxi just in case
I'll also leave the contact information for a taxi driver I met in Kas. You can message him directly on WhatsApp.
· 90 553 248 66 35
This is convenient in case there's no bus nearby or you need to get somewhere urgently.
And since I'm sharing his personal contact information, please be polite to him ❤️
I'll also leave a few more numbers for local taxi services:
☎️ And here are some contacts for local taxi stands in Kas. But you'll have to call them, although they might also have a WhatsApp number you can message, I haven't checked.
Kaş Taksi +90 242 836 19 33
Çakıl Taksi +90 242 836 24 48
Liman Taxi +90 242 836 14 89
Garaj Taksi Kaş +90 242 836 30 70
If your SIM card doesn't allow calls in Turkey, at least save the driver's WhatsApp number.
📱 What to download before your trip
Before your trip, I recommend downloading a translator and pre-downloading the Turkish language for offline translation.
Then the translator will work even if your internet connection suddenly goes out.
And speaking of internet, I travel a lot and long ago found the most convenient option for myself. I no longer buy a physical SIM card in each new country. Instead, I use an eSIM through the Unisim app.
📱 Now about the internet. Why I switched to Unisim
I travel a lot and have tried different eSIM options. And here's why Unisim was more convenient for me than other apps.
You only need to buy an eSIM once, pay for it, install it according to the instructions, and never delete it from your phone again.
Because this single eSIM works in multiple countries. You don't need to buy and install a new one before each new trip.
After purchasing, you top up your balance, and then small amounts are gradually deducted from it for the data you actually use. So there's no typical scenario: "Should I buy internet for 1 day, 3 days, or 7 days?" And then your plans change, your package runs out, and you have to buy a new one.
It's simpler here: one eSIM, one balance, and multiple countries.
If you leave the country and have money left on your balance, it's not lost. On your next trip, you simply use the same eSIM again. And in my experience, a small balance lasts a long time. I watched YouTube, edited and sent videos, actively used social media, maps, and messengers—basically, I didn't limit myself at all. Another big plus: you can top up your balance in various currencies, including rubles from a Russian bank card. And no, this isn't an ad 😄 No one paid me for this. I discovered Unisim completely by chance when I was looking for convenient internet for traveling, tried it, and now I recommend it to my friends. I used to use Airalo, but after Unisim, I simply deleted it. For my type of travel, the difference was so great that I don't even want to go back. This is especially convenient for Turkey, because you'll need internet access on the road: for maps, translation, WhatsApp, and communication with the driver. By the way, I recommend buying and installing a SIM card before your trip. This way, you can use the internet immediately after landing and text your family that you had a safe flight. Installation is simple; just follow the on-screen instructions. By the way, customer support always responds promptly. A real person answers, not a bot. 🤖
Save this post before your trip to Kas – it contains practically all the transportation instructions you'll need after your arrival. 🇹🇷💙
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