According to the latest announcement from GESTAŞ Sea Transportation, ferry service statuses on the Dardanelles Strait lines have been updated for Monday, July 20, 2026. While the Çanakkale-Eceabat line continues according to its schedule, services on the Lapseki-Gelibolu and Çanakkale-Kilitbahir lines are being operated without a fixed timetable. Additionally, reciprocal additional services have been added to the Kabatepe-Gökçeada line for Tuesday, July 21, 2026. It is highly important for passengers to confirm the latest information through GESTAŞ's official channels before making their travel plans.
GESTAŞ Dardanelles Strait Lines Service Status (Monday, July 20, 2026)
On GESTAŞ lines providing transportation in the Dardanelles Strait, the following service information is valid as of Monday, July 20, 2026:
- Çanakkale-Eceabat Line: Services continue according to the schedule, at the planned times. Passengers traveling on this line only need to follow the current timetables.
- Lapseki-Gelibolu Line: Services are being operated without a fixed timetable. This means that services are arranged based on intensity or operational status, without adhering to a specific timetable. Passengers are advised to follow announcements at the piers or contact GESTAŞ.
- Çanakkale-Kilitbahir Line: Similar to the Lapseki-Gelibolu line, services on this line are also operated without a fixed timetable. Passengers must use GESTAŞ's communication channels to learn the latest departure information.
Kabatepe-Gökçeada Line Additional Service Information (Tuesday, July 21, 2026)
On the Kabatepe-Gökçeada line, which provides transportation to Gökçeada, additional services have been planned for Tuesday, July 21, 2026. These additional services, important for island residents and visitors, will help reduce congestion:
- From Kabatepe: 05:00 AM
- From Gökçeada: 05:00 AM
These additional services will be operated reciprocally on the specified date.
Important Information and Recommendations for Passengers
Changes in ferry services, especially on lines operating "without a fixed timetable," may affect passengers' travel plans. Therefore, it is important to carefully follow announcements made by GESTAŞ and to take the following steps:
- Check Current Status: Before your trip, always confirm the most up-to-date service information by visiting GESTAŞ's official website or by calling their contact center.
- Call the Contact Center: For cancellations, additional service information, and more, you can call the GESTAŞ Contact Center at 444 0 752.
- Review Online Schedules: You can access GESTAŞ's current ferry schedules at https://gdu.com.tr/gduonline/sefer-tarifeleri. However, please note that for lines operating "without a fixed timetable," the information on this link may not reflect the real-time status.
- Follow Announcements at Piers: Especially for lines operating without a fixed timetable, it will be beneficial to carefully follow announcements and information boards at the piers.
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