Avşa Port → Erdek PierFerry Schedule 2026 — Current Departure Times and Prices

Avşa Island - Erdek Ferry Route

Operating between Avşa Island Türkeli Pier and Erdek Port, this route provides the fastest ferry connection from Avşa to the southern Marmara mainland. The journey takes approximately 1 hour (60 minutes). The operator is Marmara RoRo Kooperatifi.

The Avşa-Erdek route is one of the most frequently used island-mainland connections in the Sea of Marmara. It is the quickest access route to Avşa for summer vacationers departing from Bursa, İzmir, and Balıkesir. It also serves as the main lifeline for Avşa's local residents and industrial supply traffic year-round.

Journey Details

• Duration: 1 hour (60 minutes)
• Type: Mixed (passenger + vehicle + RO-RO cargo)
• Operator: Marmara RoRo Kooperatifi
• Frequency: 4-6 departures per day in summer, 2-3 per day in winter

Who is this Route For?

• Summer vacationers from Bursa, İzmir, and Balıkesir — 1-3.5 hours by road to Erdek, then 1 hour to Avşa.
• Avşa locals — Daily crossings for shopping, healthcare, and official business in Erdek.
• Caravan campers — The fastest connection to Avşa's campsites.
• Day-trippers: Morning departure from Erdek, evening return.
• Supply vehicles — Trucks carrying food, water, and construction materials to Avşa.

Estimated Ticket Price Range

• Passenger: 100-180 TL
• Car: 500-800 TL
• Motorcycle: 180-300 TL
• Caravan: 1,100-2,000 TL
• AdaKart discount: 10-25%

Erdek Port

The main base port for Marmara RoRo Kooperatifi. Located in the city center; seafood restaurants, cafes, apart-hotels, supermarkets, and pharmacies are within walking distance of the pier. The bus stop for departures from Bursa and İzmir is nearby. The Edincik thermal springs are 15 minutes away.

Avşa Türkeli Pier

Türkeli Pier is the administrative and tourist center of Avşa. Coastal restaurants, nightclubs, apart-hotels, supermarkets, and ATMs surround the pier. It is bustling 24/7 during the summer months.

Seasonal Considerations

Summer peak: Because Avşa is the most vibrant island, this route is extremely busy. Reservations for Friday evening departures from Erdek should be made 7-10 days in advance. Public holiday periods sell out 3-4 weeks ahead.

Winter season: Departure frequency decreases; the island's population drops significantly. Risk of cancellation during Lodos (southwesterly wind) warnings.

AdaKart Advantages

The Avşa-Erdek route offers the most advantageous use of AdaKart for Avşa locals and regular passengers. Annual package holders can reach a 25% discount rate; it is a practical tool for summer house owners from Istanbul, Bursa, and İzmir.

Alternative Routes

• Tekirdağ - Avşa (210 min) — For departures from Thrace
• Erdek - Marmara (105 min) — Marmara Island alternative
• Fast ferries departing from Istanbul Yenikapı (summer season)

Things to Do on Avşa Island

• Türkeli center: Coastal restaurants, nightlife.
• Yiğitler village: Quiet seafood restaurants.
• Altın Kum beach: The widest sandy beach on the island.
• Mavi Koy (Blue Cove): Shallow and clear, ideal for families.
• Avşa vineyards: Wine producer visits.
• Monastery ruins: Byzantine-era structures.

Onboard Comfort

During the short 1-hour crossing, the passenger lounge is air-conditioned, and the open observation deck is spacious. The kiosk offers tea, coffee, simit, and pastries. Enjoying the cruise on the open deck doesn't get boring in 1 hour; the Sea of Marmara views are beautiful.

RO-RO Practical Information

• Queue number: Obtained at the port entrance.
• Caravan: There are designated camping areas along the Avşa coast.
• Fuel: 1-2 gas stations in Türkeli center (gasoline/diesel; no LPG).
• Ticket refunds: 100% for cancellations 24 hours in advance, 50% thereafter.