Şehir HatlarıDue to the 48th Istanbul Marathon, which will be held on Sunday, November 01, 2026, some ferry services operated by Şehir Hatları will experience temporary cancellations. Especially in the morning, the Kabataş - Adalar line and some Bosphorus lines will be affected. To avoid any inconvenience, passengers are advised to plan their journeys considering this announcement and to confirm current information through Şehir Hatları's official channels.
Impact of the 48th Istanbul Marathon on Sea Transportation
The Istanbul Marathon, which takes place annually with the participation of thousands of people, affects not only the road traffic of the mega-city but also brings certain regulations to sea transportation. On the morning of Sunday, November 01, 2026, some ferry services will not be able to operate due to marathon routes and security measures. This situation requires planning, especially for passengers traveling on lines that experience weekend congestion.
Morning Cancellations on the Kabataş - Adalar Line
One of the routes most affected by the marathon is the Kabataş - Adalar line, which provides access to the Princes' Islands (Adalar), one of Istanbul's popular destinations. According to the statement made by Şehir Hatları, one of the long services from Kabataş Pier towards the Princes' Islands on the morning of Sunday, November 01, 2026, has been canceled due to the marathon. The detailed schedule of the canceled service is not specified in the announcement, and passengers traveling to Büyükada and other Princes' Islands are advised to check Şehir Hatları's official website for early morning services. Alternatively, the Bostancı - Adalar or Kadıköy - Adalar lines can also be considered for reaching the Princes' Islands.
Temporary Adjustments on Bosphorus Lines
On the morning of Sunday, when the 48th Istanbul Marathon will take place, not only the Princes' Islands line but also some Bosphorus lines connecting the Anatolian and European sides will experience service cancellations. These lines and cancellation times are not specified in detail in the announcement. Therefore, passengers planning to use the Bosphorus line on Sunday morning should also check Şehir Hatları's current announcements before their journey. Services outside the specified cancellation times will continue according to their normal schedule.
Important Warnings and Recommendations for Passengers
- Review Your Travel Plans: Passengers planning to travel by sea on the morning of Sunday, November 01, 2026, should rearrange their plans, especially considering the cancellations on the Kabataş - Adalar and Bosphorus lines.
- Follow Official Announcements: To get the most up-to-date and accurate information, regularly check Şehir Hatları's official website, social media accounts, or information boards at the piers. This check is especially important as detailed times for canceled services are not provided in the announcement.
- Consider Alternative Transportation: For routes affected by cancellations, you can consider other public transportation options such as metro, metrobus, bus, or services departing from different piers. For example, services departing from Bostancı or Kadıköy piers could be alternatives for reaching the Princes' Islands.
- Arrive Early at the Pier: If you plan to use a service that is not canceled, it is advisable to be at the pier early, considering possible crowds.
While Şehir Hatları states that it has taken all necessary precautions to prevent any inconvenience to passengers, it recommends using Şehir Hatları's official communication channels to get information about the current situation. For general information about other ferry services in Istanbul, you can visit our platform.