GESTAŞ Dardanelles Ferry Status: October 6, 2026 Update

Tuesday, October 6, 2026: GESTAŞ Dardanelles Ferry Lines Latest Status

According to an announcement by GESTAŞ Maritime Transportation, the current status of ferry services in the Çanakkale Strait has been determined as of Tuesday, October 6, 2026. Accordingly, services on the Çanakkale - Kilitbahir and Çanakkale - Eceabat lines are continuing according to the regular schedule, while services on the Lapseki - Gelibolu line are operating without a fixed schedule. Passengers are advised to consider this information when planning their journeys.

How Are the Lines Affected?

• Çanakkale - Kilitbahir Line: Services on this route are operating according to the normal schedule set for Tuesday, October 6, 2026. Passengers can plan their journeys between Çanakkale Pier and Kilitbahir Pier as planned.
• Çanakkale - Eceabat Line: Similarly, services between Eceabat Pier and Çanakkale are also continuing according to the Tuesday, October 6, 2026 schedule.
• Lapseki - Gelibolu Line: On this line, services are indicated as "without a fixed schedule." This means that services may be organized based on passenger density or operational conditions, rather than adhering to a specific timetable. Passengers planning to use this line are advised to follow the official channels of GESTAŞ Maritime Transportation for the latest status.

What Should Passengers Do?

All passengers planning to use ferry services in the Çanakkale Strait on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, are advised to confirm the latest information before their journeys. Especially due to the potential flexibility on the Lapseki - Gelibolu line, passengers should:

• Call the GESTAŞ Communication Center at 444 0 752,
• Check the ferry schedules page on GESTAŞ's official website (gdu.com.tr/gduonline/sefer-tarifeleri).

These precautions will help ensure a smoother travel experience by preventing potential disruptions. GESTAŞ wishes its passengers pleasant journeys.