GESTAŞ Deniz UlaşımGESTAŞ Deniz Ulaşım has announced the cancellation of some services and the schedule for other sailings on the Kabatepe - Gökçeada ferry route for Wednesday, October 28, 2026, due to adverse weather conditions. On this date, the 11:00 AM departure from Gökçeada and the 1:00 PM departure from Kabatepe will not operate. Passengers are advised to adjust their travel plans according to this information.
Kabatepe - Gökçeada Route: Current Status for October 28, 2026
On Wednesday, October 28, 2026, the following changes and updated sailing information have been shared for the Kabatepe - Gökçeada ferry route, operated by GESTAŞ:
Cancelled Sailings
Due to adverse weather conditions, the following sailings on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, have been cancelled:
- Departure from Gökçeada: 11:00 AM
- Departure from Kabatepe: 1:00 PM
These cancellations directly affect passengers traveling to or from Gökçeada. Passengers may need to make alternative travel or itinerary changes.
Scheduled Sailings
On the same day, Wednesday, October 28, 2026, the following sailings on the Kabatepe - Gökçeada route will operate as scheduled:
- Departure from Gökçeada: 07:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 7:00 PM
- Departure from Kabatepe: 09:00 AM, 5:00 PM, and 9:00 PM
Passengers are advised to check the latest status for their travels at these times, excluding the cancelled sailings, and to arrive at the ports early.
Strait Routes Sailing Information (October 28, 2026)
As of Wednesday, October 28, 2026, the situation on the Strait routes operated by GESTAŞ is as follows:
- Çanakkale - Kilitbahir route: Continues as scheduled.
- Çanakkale - Eceabat route: Continues as scheduled.
- Lapseki - Gelibolu route: Operates continuously (without a fixed schedule).
Passengers using the Strait routes, especially the Lapseki - Gelibolu route, should pay attention to the latest information. It has been stated that sailings from Çanakkale, Eceabat, and Kilitbahir piers will adhere to the schedule.
Important Information and Recommendations for Passengers
Cancellations or changes in ferry services can frequently occur, especially during peak seasons or due to adverse weather conditions. It is highly important for all passengers with travel plans to check GESTAŞ's official announcements and sailing schedules before their journeys. Up-to-date information can be accessed via GESTAŞ's official website or by calling the GESTAŞ Communication Center at 444 0 752.
In such situations, especially for travels to islands like Gökçeada, it will be beneficial to obtain information about alternative routes or accommodation options in advance to prevent possible disruptions. Since the Kabatepe - Gökçeada route is the island's main transportation artery, any changes on this route directly affect access to the island.