GESTAŞ Deniz UlaşımAccording to an announcement by GESTAŞ Deniz Ulaşım, there are updates to ferry services on the Çanakkale Strait and Gökçeada routes for Sunday, October 4, 2026. On this date, the Çanakkale-Kilitbahir and Çanakkale-Eceabat routes will operate according to their regular schedules, while services on the Lapseki-Gelibolu route will continue without a fixed timetable. On the route between Kabatepe and Gökçeada, scheduled services will be carried out at specific times. Although the announcement includes a heading for cancellation information on the Kabatepe-Gökçeada route, no specific cancellation details are provided under this heading.
Sunday, October 4, 2026 Strait Route Service Information
As of Sunday, October 4, 2026, GESTAŞ ferry services operating in the Çanakkale Strait have been arranged as follows:
- Çanakkale - Kilitbahir Route: Services will continue as normal, in accordance with the existing schedule. Passengers traveling to Kilitbahir Pier are not expected to experience any disruptions.
- Çanakkale - Eceabat Route: On this route too, services will proceed smoothly according to the established timetable. The planned services are valid for passengers traveling to Eceabat Pier.
- Lapseki - Gelibolu Route: Services between Lapseki and Gelibolu will continue "without a fixed timetable," as stated in the announcement. This indicates that the route provides continuous service based on demand or operational status, rather than adhering to a specific schedule. Passengers are advised to confirm the current status via GESTAŞ Deniz Ulaşım's official channels before traveling on this route.
Services on the Kabatepe - Gökçeada Route
On Sunday, October 4, 2026, ferry services between Kabatepe and Gökçeada are scheduled at the following times:
- Departures from Gökçeada: 07:00, 11:00, 15:00, 17:00, 19:00, 21:00
- Departures from Kabatepe: 09:00, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 19:00, 21:00
Passengers should plan their island trips and returns according to these times.
Regarding Cancellation Information on the Kabatepe - Gökçeada Route
Although the announcement published by GESTAŞ includes the heading "CANCELLATION INFORMATION FOR KABATEPE-GÖKÇEADA ROUTE;", no specific cancellation details or times for Sunday, October 4, 2026, are provided under this heading. Therefore, passengers are strongly advised to follow GESTAŞ Deniz Ulaşım's official website or customer service for potential cancellations or additional updates on this route. It should be remembered that last-minute changes to ferry services may occur due to weather conditions or operational reasons.
Important Recommendations for Passengers
It is highly important for all ferry passengers to check GESTAŞ Deniz Ulaşım's official website or mobile application, and to follow current announcements and possible changes before their journeys. Instant changes in service times or status may occur, especially due to adverse weather or operational disruptions. To avoid any disruptions to your travel plans, it is recommended to confirm the latest information shortly before your departure time.