Storm Cancels 4 BUDO Sailings on Kabataş-Mudanya Route

Storm Hits BUDO Services: 4 Sailings Canceled on Kabataş-Mudanya Route

16:06, October 2, 2026, Friday

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Storm Announcement from Bursa Sea Buses: Canceled Kabataş and Mudanya Sailings

Due to adverse weather conditions affecting the Sea of Marmara, Bursa Sea Buses (BUDO) canceled four afternoon sailings between Kabataş and Mudanya on Saturday, October 2. Passengers are trying to reach Bursa by using İDO's Yenikapı-Yalova services.

The severe storm affecting the Sea of Marmara continues to negatively impact sea transportation. Bursa Sea Buses (BUDO) announced the cancellation of four afternoon sailings between Kabataş and Mudanya on Saturday, October 2, due to adverse weather conditions. Company officials stated that the decision was mandatory, citing passenger safety.

Canceled Sailings

According to a statement on the company's official website, a total of four sailings have been canceled. These include the 16:45 departure from Mudanya to Kabataş and the 17:00 departure from Kabataş to Mudanya. In the evening, the 19:15 Mudanya-Kabataş and 19:30 Kabataş-Mudanya sailings were also canceled.

Alternative Solutions for Passengers

Passengers affected by the cancellations have started exploring other options for transportation between Istanbul and Bursa. Many passengers are attempting to reach Bursa by utilizing Istanbul Sea Buses (İDO)'s ongoing services on the Yenikapı-Yalova route. Other passengers are considering road or rail transportation alternatives.

Weather Warning

As the storm affecting the Sea of Marmara is expected to continue throughout the weekend, citizens planning to travel by sea are advised to monitor sailing statuses. BUDO officials stated that services would return to normal once weather conditions improve.