GESTAŞ Deniz UlaşımAs of Friday, July 17, 2026, according to the latest announcement by GESTAŞ, ferry services on the Dardanelles routes are continuing without interruption. While the Çanakkale-Eceabat and Çanakkale-Kilitbahir ferry services are operating according to their normal scheduled timetables, crossings on the Lapseki-Gelibolu route are currently running without a fixed schedule.
Current Status of Dardanelles Ferry Routes
Serving as a critical transportation bridge between the European and Asian shores of the Dardanelles, GESTAŞ ferries may adjust their schedules based on passenger and vehicle traffic density. In the official update for 17.07.2026, there are no canceled departures; however, the following operational updates have been shared for the routes:
- Çanakkale - Eceabat Route: Services are operating strictly on time, in full compliance with the current timetable.
- Çanakkale - Kilitbahir Route: Crossings are being carried out according to normal departure times.
- Lapseki - Gelibolu Route: Services on this route are operating without a fixed schedule (departing as ships fill up or on a continuous loop).
Important Information for Passengers
When planning your trip, passengers using the Lapseki-Gelibolu route are advised to be prepared for potential waiting times at the pier due to the unscheduled service operations. It is important to check the operator's official announcements prior to travel for any sudden cancellations or additional departures. For detailed information and to confirm real-time status, you can call the GESTAŞ Call Center at 444 0 752 or access the current ferry timetables via the operator's official website (https://gdu.com.tr/gduonline/sefer-tarifeleri).