September 30 İDO, GESTAŞ Ferry Cancellations: Current Status

Q: Which ferry services were cancelled on Wednesday, September 30?

On Wednesday, September 30, some İDO and GESTAŞ ferry services have been cancelled due to adverse weather conditions and timetable changes. Cancelled İDO services include the Bandırma-Yenikapı-Kadıköy and Girne-Taşucu routes. On the Kabatepe - Gökçeada route, GESTAŞ will operate services at specific times, while other planned services have been cancelled.

On Wednesday, September 30, some ferry services by İDO and GESTAŞ have been cancelled due to adverse weather conditions affecting the Sea of Marmara and the Dardanelles Strait. İDO Istanbul Sea Buses announced various cancellations on its Bandırma-Yenikapı-Kadıköy and Girne-Taşucu routes, while GESTAŞ stated that services on the Kabatepe - Gökçeada route would only operate at specific times, with all other scheduled services cancelled. It is crucial for passengers to check the current status on the official websites of the respective operators before their journeys.

September 30 Latest Update on İDO and GESTAŞ Ferry Services

Following strong rain and storm warnings from the Meteorology Directorate, disruptions have begun in sea transportation across the Marmara Region. Many ferry and sea bus services planned especially for Wednesday, September 30, have been cancelled or rescheduled due to adverse weather conditions and timetable changes on some routes. This situation directly affects sea travelers, particularly around Istanbul and Çanakkale.

Cancelled İDO Services (September 30 & October 1)

Istanbul Sea Buses (İDO) announced on its official website that the following services have been cancelled or cannot be operated due to timetable changes:

30.09.2026 Bandırma-Yenikapı-Kadıköy 07:45 service (due to Adverse Weather Conditions)
30.09.2026 Girne-Taşucu 11:00 service (due to Timetable Change)
30.09.2026 Kadıköy-Yenikapı-Bandırma 11:30 service (due to Timetable Change)
30.09.2026 Taşucu-Girne 15:30 service (due to Timetable Change)
30.09.2026 Bandırma-Yenikapı-Kadıköy 15:30 service (due to Timetable Change)
01.10.2026 Girne-Taşucu 11:00 service (due to Timetable Change)

Adjustments on the Kabatepe - Gökçeada Route

GESTAŞ AŞ, which provides transportation between the Dardanelles Strait and the islands, has made adjustments to its service schedule on the Kabatepe - Gökçeada route due to adverse weather. According to the announcement, the following services will operate on Wednesday, September 30:

From Kabatepe: 12:00 and 16:00
From Gökçeada: 10:00 and 14:00

GESTAŞ has stated that all other scheduled Kabatepe - Gökçeada and Gökçeada - Kabatepe services listed in the timetable have been cancelled due to adverse weather conditions. Passengers are advised to confirm up-to-date service information through GESTAŞ's official channels.

Information Regarding BUDO Services

As of Wednesday, September 30, no service cancellation announcements have been made on the official website for Bursa Sea Buses (BUDO). Passengers traveling with BUDO are advised to check the company's official announcements before their journey.

Important Warnings for Passengers

To avoid inconvenience during such disruptions in sea transportation, passengers should note the following:

Follow Official Announcements: Before your journey, check the official websites and social media accounts of relevant sea transport operators such as İDO, GESTAŞ, or BUDO.
Make Alternative Plans: Consider alternative transportation options in case cancellations continue.
Keep Your Contact Information Updated: Ensure the contact information you provided when purchasing your ticket is correct, so you can be directly informed of any potential changes.

Feribotseferleri.com.tr wishes all passengers safe and smooth journeys.

Frequently Asked Questions about This Notice

Which ferry services were cancelled on Wednesday, September 30?

On Wednesday, September 30, some İDO and GESTAŞ ferry services have been cancelled due to adverse weather conditions and timetable changes. Cancelled İDO services include the Bandırma-Yenikapı-Kadıköy and Girne-Taşucu routes. On the Kabatepe - Gökçeada route, GESTAŞ will operate services at specific times, while other planned services have been cancelled.

What is the main reason for the cancellations?

The main reasons for the cancellations are adverse weather conditions, storms, and strong rain warnings from the Meteorology Directorate affecting the Sea of Marmara and the Dardanelles Strait. For some İDO services, "Timetable Change" has been cited as the reason.

Are there services on the <a href="/seferler/kabatepe-gokceada">Kabatepe - Gökçeada</a> route on September 30?

Yes, according to the announcement by GESTAŞ, specific services will operate on the Kabatepe - Gökçeada route on Wednesday, September 30. Services will depart from Kabatepe at 12:00 and 16:00, and from Gökçeada at 10:00 and 14:00. All other planned services in the timetable have been cancelled.

What are the details of the cancelled İDO services?

On 30.09.2026, the Bandırma-Yenikapı-Kadıköy (07:45 and 15:30), Girne-Taşucu (11:00), and Kadıköy-Yenikapı-Bandırma (11:30) services have been cancelled. Additionally, the Girne-Taşucu 11:00 service on 01.10.2026 is also among the cancellations.

Have BUDO services also been cancelled?

No, as of Wednesday, September 30, no service cancellation announcements have been made on the official website for Bursa Sea Buses (BUDO).

Where should passengers check for current service information?

Passengers must check the official websites and announcement channels of relevant sea transport operators such as İDO, GESTAŞ, and BUDO before their journeys.