Due to the increasing passenger demand between Bodrum and Datça during the summer season, ferry schedules have been expanded. During the peak period (July 15 – August 20, 2026), there are 4 daily mutual crossings between the two districts. As day trips and holiday travel surge, these additional sailings are expected to significantly ease transportation for passengers.
Peak Period Departure Times (July 15 – August 20, 2026)
| Bodrum → Datça | Datça → Bodrum |
|---|---|
| 09.00 | 09.00 |
| 10.30 | 12.00 |
| 12.00 | 13.30 |
| 18.00 | 18.00 |
Ferries departing from Bodrum leave from Bodrum Castle Port (Datça Ferry Pier), while departures from Datça set sail from Kairos Marina. The journey takes approximately 105 minutes (1 hour 45 minutes) each way.
Full 2026 Season Schedule
Departure times vary throughout the season depending on the period. According to the operator's official timetable, the 2026 season schedule is as follows:
| Validity Period | Bodrum → Datça | Datça → Bodrum |
|---|---|---|
| July 01 – 14 | 09.00 · 12.00 · 18.00 | 09.00 · 12.00 · 18.00 |
| July 15 – August 20 (peak) | 09.00 · 10.30 · 12.00 · 18.00 | 09.00 · 12.00 · 13.30 · 18.00 |
| August 21 – September 06 | 09.00 · 10.30 · 12.00 · 17.00 | 09.00 · 12.00 · 13.30 · 17.00 |
| September 07 – 15 | 09.00 · 12.00 · 17.00 | 09.00 · 12.00 · 17.00 |
| September 16 – 30 | 09.00 · 12.00 · 16.00 | 09.00 · 12.00 · 16.00 |
| October 01 – 31 | 09.00 · 16.00 | 09.00 · 16.00 |
| November 01 – 15 | 09.00 | 16.00 |
| November 16 – 30 | 09.00 (Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun) | 15.00 (Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun) |
| December | 10.00 (selected days) | 15.00 (selected days) |
For the most up-to-date timetables at all times, you can follow the Bodrum – Datça ferry schedules page.
2026 Ticket Prices
- 1 passenger one-way: 875 TL
- 1 passenger round-trip: 1,565 TL
- Car: 2,950 TL
- SUV: 3,565 TL
It is highly recommended to book your tickets in advance to guarantee a spot during the busy summer period. Prices and schedules are subject to updates by the operator.
About the Bodrum – Datça Ferry
This route between the Bodrum and Datça peninsulas offers massive time savings compared to the hours-long drive around the Gulf of Gökova. The line accommodates both passengers and vehicles (cars and SUVs), allowing holidaymakers to comfortably cross over to Datça with their own vehicles.
For Schedules and Tickets
For the route's current and full timetables, price charts, and frequently asked questions, you can review the Bodrum – Datça ferry schedules page. For the return trip, check out the Datça – Bodrum ferry schedules page.
Those wishing to cross from the Datça peninsula to the Greek islands can consider the Datça – Symi ferry schedules route, while those looking to cross from Bodrum to Greece can check the Bodrum – Kos ferry schedules route. For all current announcements from the operator, you can follow the Bodrum Ferryboat announcements page.