BUDO's 8 Ferry Cancellations for October 3, 2026

Bursa Sea Buses (BUDO) announced the cancellation of some of its sailings on Friday, October 3, 2026, due to adverse weather and sea conditions in the Sea of Marmara. These cancellations affect a total of 8 sea bus services, particularly on the Mudanya - Kabataş and Armutlu routes. Passengers are strongly advised to check the current status through BUDO's official channels before making their travel plans.

Details of Cancelled BUDO Sailings

According to the statement made by BUDO, the mutually cancelled sailings and their times for October 3, 2026, are as follows:

• 08:00: Bursa (Mudanya) - Istanbul (Kabataş)
• 08:00: Istanbul (Kabataş) - Bursa (Mudanya)
• 09:30: Bursa (Mudanya) - Istanbul (Kabataş)
• 09:30: Bursa (Mudanya) - Armutlu (Ihlas)
• 10:00: Armutlu (Ihlas) - Istanbul (Kabataş)
• 11:30: Istanbul (Kabataş) - Bursa (Mudanya)
• 11:30: Istanbul (Kabataş) - Armutlu (Ihlas)
• 13:00: Armutlu (Ihlas) - Bursa (Mudanya)

Important Information and Actions for Passengers

Such disruptions in sea transportation due to weather conditions can particularly affect sea journeys between Istanbul and Bursa. To prevent inconvenience for passengers affected by the cancelled sailings, the following steps are recommended:

• Follow Official Announcements: For the most up-to-date and accurate information, regularly check the official website or social media accounts of BUDO Bursa Sea Buses.
• Ticket Changes/Refunds: Passengers who have purchased tickets for cancelled sailings should contact BUDO customer services to inquire about their rights for ticket changes or refunds.
• Alternative Transportation Options: If your travel plans are urgent, you may consider alternatives such as road transportation. Guides like İDO vs. BUDO comparison can help you understand different options.

General Information About the Mudanya - Kabataş Route

The Mudanya - Kabataş route provides fast and comfortable sea transportation between Bursa and Istanbul. This route, which generally attracts high interest, is preferred by travelers for both business and tourism purposes. However, the variable weather conditions in the Sea of Marmara can sometimes lead to such sailing cancellations. Passengers are always advised to check current sailing information before undertaking a BUDO sea journey between Bursa and Istanbul.