Adverse Weather in Marmara: BUDO and İDO Ferry Cancellations

Due to adverse weather conditions affecting the Sea of Marmara, disruptions have occurred in some sea bus services operated by BUDO and İDO. This situation directly impacts the travel plans of passengers using sea transport, especially between Bursa and Istanbul. Cancelled services include BUDO's Mudanya-Kabataş line and İDO's Kadıköy-Yenikapı-Armutlu-Bursa routes.

BUDO Services Cancelled

Bursa Sea Buses (BUDO) announced via its official website that some of its services would not operate due to adverse weather conditions. The cancelled BUDO services are as follows:

• 17:30 and 20:15 services on the Bursa (Mudanya) - Istanbul (Kabataş) line
• 17:45 and 20:30 services on the Istanbul (Kabataş) - Bursa (Mudanya) line

Passengers are advised to follow announcements related to Mudanya Pier and Kabataş Pier for up-to-date information. Furthermore, detailed information about the Mudanya - Kabataş line can be found on our relevant page.

İDO Services Cancelled

İDO Istanbul Sea Buses has similarly restricted some of its services due to adverse weather conditions. The cancelled İDO routes and times are as follows:

• The 17:35 service on the Kadıköy – Yenikapı – Armutlu – Bursa line
• The 18:30 service on the Bursa – Armutlu – Yenikapı – Kadıköy line

These cancellations affect passengers planning to travel via Kadıköy Pier and Yenikapı İDO Pier. It is recommended to check İDO's official channels for information on alternative routes or subsequent services.

Important Information and Advice for Passengers

The cancellation of sea bus services due to adverse weather can be challenging for passengers who need to alter their travel plans. In such situations, checking the official websites, mobile applications, or call centers of the respective ferry companies (BUDO or İDO) before traveling is the most accurate approach. Companies aim to restore transport to normal as soon as weather conditions improve. It should be noted that similar situations may occur on busy routes such as Yenikapı - Yalova. Yalova İDO Pier is also one of the important transit points in the region.