Şehir HatlarıIstanbul's long-established maritime transport company Şehir Hatları, with the end of the summer schedule, will transition to its winter schedule on Monday, September 7, 2026. The new schedule will be valid until June 27, 2027, and will cover ferry services in the Istanbul Strait and the Sea of Marmara. During this period, night services, Bosphorus tours, and Sea Taxis will also continue to operate without interruption.
Şehir Hatları Winter Schedule Period
As a subsidiary of Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality, Şehir Hatları AŞ is updating its ferry times and frequencies in line with the seasonal transition, as it does every year. The winter schedule, which will commence on Monday, September 7, 2026, will run until June 27, 2027. Şehir Hatları, which has been providing maritime transport services to Istanbul for over 175 years since the era of Şirket-i Hayriye, will continue to offer a safe and comfortable transportation alternative to its passengers during the winter period.
According to the information provided, Şehir Hatları operates on 32 different lines and transports approximately 40 million passengers annually. During the winter schedule, an average of 826 daily services are planned. This extensive service program will provide uninterrupted transportation between different points of Istanbul, such as on popular routes like the Kadıköy - Eminönü line, connecting Kadıköy Pier and Eminönü Pier.
Night Services to Continue Throughout Winter
Şehir Hatları's night services, which are highly popular among passengers, will continue during the winter schedule period. The provision of services until late at night on certain lines, in particular, enriches Istanbul's public transport options.
- Bostancı – Princes' Islands Ring Line: Night services will continue to be organized daily on this line. Transportation from Bostancı Pier to the Princes' Islands will be provided without interruption during the winter months.
- Kadıköy – Karaköy – Beşiktaş Line: On this important line serving between Kadıköy, Karaköy, and Beşiktaş, services will continue on the nights connecting Friday to Saturday and Saturday to Sunday. This will ensure that sea travel remains an alternative for Istanbulites going out on weekend nights.
Bosphorus Tours and Sea Taxis Also in Service
For those wishing to discover Istanbul's unique beauties from the sea, Şehir Hatları's Bosphorus Tours will also continue to operate during the winter period. The Long Bosphorus Tour and Short Bosphorus Tour will each be conducted once daily throughout the winter schedule, offering local and international tourists the opportunity to experience Istanbul from a different perspective.
In addition to scheduled ferry services, Sea Taxis, offering personalized and flexible transportation, will also continue to provide uninterrupted service 24/7 during the winter period. This service constitutes an important option, especially for emergencies or special transportation needs.
Information and Contact for Passengers
Passengers wishing to access detailed information about the new winter schedule can refer to the winter schedule booklet available at Şehir Hatları's official piers. Additionally, up-to-date schedule information can be accessed via the company's official website, mobile application, and social media accounts. Citizens who wish to obtain further information about the schedule or submit their questions can also receive support through the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality's Alo 153 Solution Center.