Modern Turkish script is based on Latin script, however, some special characters are used for language specific sounds. Turkish is the only official language. Foreign languages are rarely spoken throughout the country. Occasionally, German might be found, English and French preferrably in the West. Intermediate timings etc. are frequently not given.
Timetables change irregularly and without prior notice to the public.
Many trains run every day of the week. No lines other than Standard gauge are operational. New systems under construction in Adana and Bursa. Trains can be very crowded. For all main line express trains, especially during weekends and during the school holiday period July - September, reservations are recommended.