A private Belek to Side transfer covers roughly 30 km east along the coast, taking about 30–35 minutes door to door in normal traffic. It's an easy hop — whether you're heading out for a day in Side's ancient city or moving between hotels. One driver, one fixed price agreed up front, and a car waiting exactly where you need it, no shuttle-hopping or taxi-hailing required.
Belek is Turkey's golf capital, a cluster of manicured resorts and fairways set back from long sandy beaches. Side, just to the east, is the postcard-perfect old town where a Roman theatre and the seafront Temple of Apollo sit at the tip of a little peninsula. The two are close enough that a Side outing makes a very relaxed half- or full-day, and easy enough that a resort change between them barely eats into your holiday.
Where Belek and Side sit — and how long the drive really takes
Belek lies on the coast roughly 30 km west of Side. The link between them is the smooth D400 coastal highway, so a private car covers the distance in about 30–35 minutes when the road is clear. That said, real drive time shifts with the season and time of day — high-summer weekends, beach traffic and the stretch around Serik can add minutes, so treat any figure as approximate rather than a promise.
The route is straightforward and comfortable in a private vehicle: you're picked up at your hotel door in Belek and dropped precisely at your Side hotel or as close to the old town's pedestrian zone as vehicles are allowed. Side's historic core is largely car-free, so your driver will bring you to the nearest legal drop point and can talk you through the short walk in.
Best for a Side ancient city day trip
The most popular reason Belek guests make this trip is Side itself. The compact old town rewards a leisurely wander: the well-preserved Roman theatre, colonnaded streets, the little harbour, and the columns of the seafront Temple of Apollo glowing at sunset. Add a seafood lunch by the water and some browsing in the lanes and you have a full, unhurried day.
With a private transfer you set the rhythm. Ask your driver to collect you late morning, spend the afternoon among the ruins and shops, and be picked up after the sunset over the temple — no last shuttle to sprint for. If you'd rather stitch the coast together, Side also pairs naturally with the Manavgat river and waterfall a little further inland.
Or a smooth hotel move between resorts
Changing base from Belek to Side (or the reverse) is where a private car really earns its keep. Golf bags, suitcases, buggies and tired children all fit far more happily into one door-to-door ride than a taxi rank or a resort shuttle timetable. You load once at your old hotel and unload once at the new one — that's the whole journey. Tell us luggage counts and any golf equipment at booking so the right-sized vehicle turns up.
What to combine nearby
Because the two towns are so close, it's easy to bolt a Side transfer onto a wider plan. Manavgat's waterfall and market sit just inland from Side; the beaches of Side's peninsula are lovely for a lazy morning; and further east, Alanya's castle makes a bigger day out. For something on the water, a Green Canyon or coastal boat day pairs beautifully with a Side base — see sideboattrips.com — while adrenaline seekers can add Köprülü Canyon rafting via bookraftingantalya.com. Your driver can also serve as a driver for the day, waiting between stops rather than leaving you stranded.
Who this transfer suits
It's ideal for golfers changing resorts, families wanting a fuss-free day among the ruins, couples chasing that Apollo sunset, and anyone who simply doesn't fancy negotiating fares or waiting for a shuttle in the heat. If you're arriving fresh from the airport into Belek first, our Antalya airport to Belek transfer gets you to the resort, and this route takes over from there. For the full picture of how airport runs work, our complete guide covers everything.
How the service works
You book with a fixed price agreed at the time — no meter, no surprise surcharge at the door. We're a private transport provider with our own licensed drivers and vehicles: door to door, meet and greet, free child or infant seats on request, and WhatsApp support if plans shift. Pay on the day by cash or card, or online — whichever suits. For a return the same day or later in the week, just book a round trip so the same care applies both ways.
Book a private transfer or a driver for the day at bookridenow.com/en and we'll have a car ready at your door.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Belek to Side transfer take?
It's roughly 30 km east and about 30–35 minutes in normal conditions along the D400 coastal highway. Real time depends on the season, day of week and traffic near Serik, so treat it as an estimate rather than a fixed figure. In peak summer allow a little extra.
Can the driver wait while I explore Side?
Yes. Book a driver for the day and your driver stays with you, waiting between stops so you can wander the old town, have lunch and catch the sunset without rushing. It's a relaxed way to see Side at your own pace. Just tell us your rough plan when you book.
Where exactly will I be dropped in Side?
Side's historic core is largely pedestrianised, so your driver brings you to the nearest legal drop point at the edge of the old town, then it's a short walk in. For a hotel move, we drop you right at your accommodation's door. If you're unsure, we'll guide you on the day.
Do you carry golf clubs and lots of luggage?
Yes — just tell us the number of passengers, suitcases and any golf bags when you book, and we'll send a vehicle with the right space. This is one of the big advantages of a private transfer over a taxi or resort shuttle. Everything loads once and travels with you door to door.
Are child seats available for the trip?
Yes, free child and infant seats are available on request — just add the ages when you book so the correct seats are fitted before pickup. It's a small thing that makes travelling with little ones far easier. There's no extra charge for them.
How much does a Belek to Side transfer cost?
The price is fixed and agreed when you book, based on your route, passenger numbers and any extras. Rather than quoting a figure here, the fastest way to see your exact price is the instant quote at bookridenow.com/en. There's no meter and no surprise surcharge at the door.
Can I book a return or round trip?
Absolutely. Book a round trip and we'll arrange both legs — the same driver where possible and the same fixed-price, door-to-door care in each direction. It's handy for a Side day trip when you want a set pickup time for the ride home. Just give us both times at booking.
Is it better to visit Side by day or for sunset?
Both work well, but many travellers love arriving in the afternoon and staying for sunset, when the seafront Temple of Apollo is at its most photogenic. A private transfer makes this easy because you're not tied to a last shuttle. Tell us your preferred pickup time and we'll fit the ride around your evening.