Greek & Mediterranean Ferry Operators

Aegean Speed Lines is a Greek operator specializing in the Western Cyclades (Milos, Sifnos, Serifos, Kythnos) with high-speed ferries based in Piraeus since 2005, offering fast and comfortable sea travel.

Akgünler Denizcilik has been the market leader in maritime transportation between Turkey and the TRNC since 1999, offering passenger and vehicle transport services with its modern fleet.

ANEK Lines, established in 1967 on Crete, is a well-established Greek ferry operator offering joint services with Superfast Ferries on the Piraeus-Crete and Adriatic routes.

Local ferry operator based on the island of Symi. The main operator of the Symi-Rhodes route, and partners with Turkish agencies for Marmaris-Symi sailings.

The largest passenger ferry operator among the Greek islands. Based in Piraeus, it operates across the Aegean and Dodecanese routes. It also organizes Bodrum-Patmos sailings for certain return trips on the Turkey-Greece routes.

A maritime transport operator running routes between Bodrum-Kos and Bodrum-Datça, offering ferry tickets for travel between Turkey and the Greek Islands.

BUDO (Bursa Sea Buses) is a maritime transport service operated by BURULAŞ under the Bursa Metropolitan Municipality. Centered at Mudanya Pier, BUDO connects Bursa to Istanbul with fast sea bus services on the Mudanya-Kabataş, Mudanya-Kadıköy, and Güzelyalı-Kabataş routes. With a fleet of high-speed catamarans, it crosses the Sea of Marmara in just 90 minutes, offering a major alternative to road travel. Online tickets are available at budo.burulas.com.tr, and boarding is also possible with a Bursakart. Waiting lounges, cafeterias, and parking facilities are available at both the Mudanya and Istanbul terminals. The BUDO call center can be reached at 0850 850 99 16.

Founded in 2006, Dentur Avrasya is a private maritime company providing passenger transport and Bosphorus tours in Istanbul. Operating regular ferry services on the Eminönü-Beşiktaş-Ortaköy route, Dentur Avrasya is also one of Istanbul's most popular Bosphorus tour operators. It offers various options such as short Bosphorus tours, long Bosphorus tours, and sunset cruises. With a modern fleet of 10 vessels, it welcomes millions of domestic and international tourists annually. The company also organizes corporate events, private celebrations, and iftar (fast-breaking) cruises. Tickets can be purchased via denturavrasya.com or at the ticket offices at the Eminönü pier.

Local high-speed catamaran operator for the Dodecanese region; a Rhodes-based network of 18 islands.

The main operator of the Çeşme-Chios route. Operating since 1965, it is one of Turkey's oldest ferry operators to the Greek islands. It also sells tickets for the Kuşadası-Samos route.

Fast Ferries is an established Greek operator that has been offering economical and reliable ferry services in the heart of the Aegean, particularly to the Cycladic Islands, since 1991.

Filo Denizcilik, as one of the main maritime transport operators of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), offers fast and comfortable passenger, vehicle, and cargo transportation services on the Taşucu-Girne and Mersin-Gazimağusa routes.

Founded in 1973, GESTAŞ (Geyikli ve Çanakkale Deniz Taşımacılık A.Ş.) is one of Turkey's most established maritime transportation companies. It operates car ferry services across the Dardanelles Strait on the Çanakkale-Eceabat, Çanakkale-Kilitbahir, and Gelibolu-Lapseki routes. It also serves the island routes of Bozcaada (Geyikli-Bozcaada) and Gökçeada (Kabatepe-Gökçeada). Operating routes to the South Marmara Islands (Erdek-Avşa-Marmara-Paşalimanı-Ekinlik), GESTAŞ transports over 15 million passengers and more than 4 million vehicles annually with its fleet of 18 vessels. Online tickets are sold via gdu.com.tr, and tickets can also be purchased at pier ticket offices. Passengers can also use Istanbulkart and contactless payment methods. The GESTAŞ fleet includes Ro-Ro car ferries and fast passenger ferries. The company's headquarters is in Çanakkale, and its 24/7 call center can be reached at 444 0 752.

Golden Star Ferries is a Greece-based ferry operator established in 2011. It focuses on routes from Rafina to the Cycladic Islands, especially Andros, Tinos, and Mykonos, offering services with both high-speed and conventional vessels.

Grimaldi Lines is an established Italian RoRo and passenger operator, founded in Naples in 1947, with an extensive ferry network across the Mediterranean.

Hellenic Seaways, established in 1984, is a well-rooted shipping company within Attica Group, offering fast and conventional ferry services to Greece's Cyclades, Sporades, Saronic, and North Aegean islands.

İDO Arabalı Vapur is the dedicated car ferry division within İDO. It operates 24/7 uninterrupted car ferry services on the Eskihisar-Tavşanlı and Sirkeci-Harem routes. The Eskihisar-Tavşanlı line is the most economical and practical sea crossing for vehicles traveling along the Istanbul-Yalova-Bursa route. With over 100 daily departures, it is Turkey's busiest car ferry line. The Sirkeci-Harem route is the historic connection linking Istanbul's European and Asian sides for vehicles. Operating a fleet of large-capacity Ro-Ro ferries, İDO Arabalı Vapur transports cars, minivans, buses, trucks, and motorcycles. Tickets can be purchased at the pier toll booths or online at bilet.ido.com.tr. Vehicle owners can take a queue number and wait for the ferry in the designated waiting area.

Founded in 1987 under the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality and currently operated by the private sector, İDO (İstanbul Deniz Otobüsleri A.Ş.) is Turkey's largest maritime transport company. Based in Yenikapı, İDO operates fast ferry services on the Yalova, Bandırma, and Bursa routes. Carrying hundreds of thousands of passengers daily with its modern fleet of 35 vessels, İDO operates on the busiest routes of the Sea of Marmara with its sea buses and fast ferries. Online tickets can be purchased at bilet.ido.com.tr or via the İDO mobile app. Modern passenger services such as HES code integration, boarding with Istanbulkart, and an Emergency Management System are provided. VIP lounges, cafeterias, and vehicle waiting areas are available at İDO's Yenikapı, Yalova, and Bandırma terminals. Customer service is available 24/7 via the call center at 444 4 436.

Founded in 2001 under the Izmir Metropolitan Municipality, İZDENİZ (İzmir Deniz İşletmeciliği Ticaret A.Ş.) is the primary maritime transport provider in the Gulf of Izmir. It operates regular year-round ferry services on the Konak-Karşıyaka, Konak-Bostanlı, Üçkuyular-Bostanlı, and Karşıyaka-Pasaport-Alsancak routes. During the summer season, the Konak-Karşıyaka-Foça route also goes into service. Carrying over 20 million passengers annually with its fleet of 15 vessels, İZDENİZ plays an indispensable role in the daily commute of Izmir residents. Boarding is available via Izmirim Kart and contactless payment. All piers feature disabled access, bicycle parking areas, and waiting lounges. The Konak and Karşıyaka piers are integrated with İZBAN and metro connections. İZDENİZ customer service can be reached at 444 4 549 or via izdeniz.com.tr.

An authorized ferry ticket agency based in Ayvalık. Offers online ticket sales for the Ayvalık-Lesvos route, car ferry tickets, visa-on-arrival consultancy, Green Card vehicle insurance, and travel health insurance services.

A travel agency selling tickets for the Ayvalik-Lesvos (Mytilene) route, specializing in tours of Cunda Island and the Aegean region.

Local Ionian Sea operator providing frequent short-distance ferry services between Igoumenitsa and the islands of Corfu (Kerkyra) and Paxi.

Kocaeli Metropolitan Municipality operates urban ferry services in Izmit Bay, and during the summer months, it also organizes direct round-trip ferry services to Büyükada from the piers of Izmit, Değirmendere, Karamürsel, and Darıca. Services run every Sunday, and reservations can be made via kdu.kocaeli.bel.tr. This line only carries passengers; it is designed for day trips to the island.

Levante Ferries, established in 2015, is a modern Ionian Sea ferry operator connecting the islands of Kefalonia, Zakynthos, and Ithaca to mainland Greece.

A passenger ferry operator organizing fast ferry services from Çanakkale Kepez Port to Myrina Port on the island of Lemnos during the 2026 summer season. Operated by ROTA REHBERİ Tourism Travel Agency (License No: 6868).

Marmara RoRo (SS. Erdek Deniz Motorlu Taşıyıcılar Kooperatifi) is a Turkey-based maritime transport cooperative organizing car ferry and RoRo (roll-on/roll-off) services from the ports of Erdek, Tekirdağ, Bandırma, and Istanbul (Ambarlı) to the islands of Marmara, Avşa, and Saraylar. With a fleet consisting of the vessels Bahri Reis 3, Ahmet Özkaptan, Saraylar, Serdar-5, Seyhan-4, Güzel Saraylar, and Cemal Aksoy, it operates 30+ daily voyages between the islands and the mainland.

Mavi Transfer is a Datça-based maritime company. It operates on Turkey-Greece routes, specializing in Datça-Symi ferry services. The company offers fast and comfortable catamaran transport, passport and visa assistance, and convenient luggage handling.

Meander Travel is a Turkey-based maritime transport operator providing passenger ferry services between Kuşadası and Samos with the Kuşadası Express and Meander Express high-speed catamarans. The company also organizes tours of Cyprus, the Greek Islands, and Biblical sites.

Minoan Lines, established in Crete in 1972, is one of Greece's leading ferry companies. It operates on the Piraeus-Crete and Greece-Italy lines in the Adriatic.

Negmar Denizcilik Yatırım A.Ş. is a maritime company operating the 24/7 Eskihisar (Gebze) - Tavşanlı (Yalova) ro-ro line, providing passage across the Gulf of İzmit. Having taken over this route from İDO in 2020, Negmar offers a 25-minute sea crossing every 20 minutes with its fleet of 4 modern ro-ro ferries. As Turkey's busiest car ferry route, it transports cars, buses, trucks, motorcycles, and foot passengers. Operating under the slogan 'As if carrying our own family,' the company provides modern passenger amenities ranging from massage chairs to electric vehicle charging stations.

The Pertek Municipality operates the Elazığ - Pertek ferry line on Lake Keban Dam, in conjunction with private operators. Municipal ferries depart on the hour, while private ferries (such as Tunceliler and Pertek-1) depart on the half-hour, operating on a rotational basis. The municipal ferry provides 24/7 service for ambulances and emergency cases. The line has been the main transportation link between Elazığ and Tunceli since the Keban Dam submerged the old highway in 1974.

SAOS Ferries is a Greek shipping company known for providing economic and conventional ferry services in the North Aegean and Dodecanese since 1965, particularly recognized for its Alexandroupoli-Samothraki route.

Seajets, established in 1989 and based in Greece, is the largest operator of high-speed ferry services in the Cycladic Islands, providing transport to over 50 destinations with modern vessels.

Founded in 1851 during the Ottoman era, Şehir Hatları is one of the world's oldest passenger transport companies with over 175 years of history. Operating under the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality, Şehir Hatları provides regular ferry services across the Bosphorus on the Eminönü-Kadıköy, Eminönü-Üsküdar, Beşiktaş-Kadıköy, Kabataş-Kadıköy, and Karaköy-Kadıköy routes. It also provides transportation to the Princes' Islands (Büyükada, Heybeliada, Burgazada, and Kınalıada) via the Kabataş-Adalar, Kadıköy-Adalar, and Bostancı-Adalar lines. Its historic fleet of 30 ferries includes both classic vessels and modern passenger ships. Nostalgic Bosphorus tours, special voyages, and corporate events are also organized. Boarding is available via İstanbulkart and contactless payment. Tickets can also be purchased online at bilet.sehirhatlari.istanbul. Call center: 444 1 851.

Alternative operator on the Çeşme-Chios route. Organizes fast ferry crossings focused on the summer season.

Superfast Ferries, established in 1995 as part of Attica Group, is a leading operator offering the fastest and most comfortable ferry services across the Adriatic Sea between Greece and Italy.

Tilos Travel is a Marmaris-based maritime transport agency organizing ferry tickets and tours between Turkey and the Greek islands. It provides ticket sales for the Marmaris-Rhodes, Bodrum-Kos, and Kusadasi-Samos routes, operating the Sea Star Rhodes fast ferry.

A passenger and car ferry operator sailing between Turkey and the Greek islands. It operates on the Ayvalik-Lesvos (Mytilini), Cesme-Chios, and Kusadasi-Samos routes with the Fokaia and Catamaran Samos vessels. Online ticketing is available via turyolonline.com.

Ventouris Ferries is a Greek operator that has been offering economical passenger and vehicle ferry services in the Adriatic since 1970, particularly on the Bari-Igoumenitsa and Bari-Corfu routes.

A TURSAB-member travel agency and one of the main operators on the Marmaris-Rhodes route, providing Turkey-Greece maritime transport services since 1981.