Tekirdağ Ceyport Port → Saraylar PierFerry Schedule 2026 — Current Departure Times and Prices

Tekirdağ - Saraylar Ferry Route

Operating between Tekirdağ Ceyport Port and Saraylar Pier on Marmara Island, this route is one of the fastest ways to reach Marmara Island directly from the Thrace region. The journey takes approximately 3 hours (180 minutes), and the route is operated year-round by the Marmara RoRo Cooperative.

Saraylar is a historic marble pier on the northern coast of Marmara Island. Because the village's economy has been based on marble mining for centuries, the pier is well-equipped to handle large-tonnage RO-RO cargo ships and heavy truck traffic. This route provides a mixed-use service, accommodating both passengers and vehicles (cars, motorcycles, caravans, and trucks).

Journey Time and Distance

• Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes) — open-water crossing of the Sea of Marmara
• Type: Mixed (passenger + vehicle + RO-RO cargo)
• Operator: Marmara RoRo Cooperative (based in Erdek)
• Seasonality: Year-round; frequency increases during the summer months

Which Vehicles Are Suitable?

Designed with a RO-RO infrastructure, this route can transport all types of land vehicles. It is a particularly preferred connection for marble-loaded trucks, commercial vehicles, caravans, and large SUVs. A safe and spacious vehicle deck is also provided for car and motorcycle owners. For passengers wishing to explore the inner regions of Marmara Island (Marmara village, Çınarlı, Asmalı, Topağaç), having your vehicle with you is a major advantage, as public transportation on the island is limited.

Estimated Ticket Price Range

• Passenger: 250-400 TL (varies by season)
• Car: 1,200-1,800 TL
• Motorcycle: 400-650 TL
• Caravan / Pickup Truck: 2,500-4,500 TL (based on length and tonnage)
• AdaKart users receive a discount of between 10% and 25%.

For the most up-to-date and exact prices, we recommend checking the live schedule before departure.

The AdaKart System

Offered by the Marmara RoRo Cooperative, AdaKart is a discount system designed for frequent travelers to Marmara Island and Avşa. It operates similarly to the GestCard: cardholders receive discounts on passenger and vehicle tickets, gain priority for online reservations, and secure quota guarantees during the summer period. Applications for the card can be made at the cooperative ticket offices in Erdek and Tekirdağ, or via the online portal.

Seasonal Considerations

Summer season (June-September): This is the peak holiday season for Marmara Island. Saraylar Pier becomes bustling with tourist traffic alongside the usual marble trucks. For weekend departures, booking at least 7-10 days in advance is essential. Vehicle quotas fill up quickly for Friday evening departures and Sunday returns.

Winter season (November-March): The route remains active, but the frequency drops. Cancellations may occur due to lodos (southwesterly) and poyraz (northeasterly) storms in the Sea of Marmara; always check the status before departure. During the winter months, truck and heavy vehicle traffic outnumbers passenger traffic.

Alternative Routes

Alternative connections to the Tekirdağ-Saraylar route include:

• Tekirdağ - Marmara (195 min) — crossing to the island's main pier
• Erdek - Saraylar (90 min) — a fast connection via the Southern Marmara region
• Tekirdağ - Avşa (210 min) — the Avşa Island alternative

Onboard Comfort and RO-RO Notes

The Marmara RoRo fleet features a modernized classic RO-RO structure: vehicles on the lower deck, with an enclosed passenger lounge, open observation deck, and a kiosk on the upper decks. During the 3-hour crossing, you can purchase tea, coffee, simit, pastries, and hot food. Air-conditioned seating areas are available. Free Wi-Fi is not guaranteed on every voyage; Türk Telekom mobile data may be intermittent across the open sea.

Special Notes for RO-RO

• Getting a queue number: Those traveling with a vehicle must get a queue number at the port entrance. Arriving early (90-120 minutes before departure) is highly advantageous during the summer season.
• Fuel tank: As a safety rule, caravans and large vehicles must have their fuel tanks less than 3/4 full.
• LPG vehicles: The rules for transporting LPG vehicles on the enclosed RO-RO deck are updated seasonally by the operator; be sure to confirm in advance.
• Heavy vehicles: Advance reservations are mandatory for trucks and lorries; the type of cargo (marble, food, industrial) must be declared at the ticket office.

What to Do in Saraylar?

The village of Saraylar is a simple yet authentic Marmara Island settlement where marble quarries meet the shore. As soon as you arrive at the pier, the traces of ancient marble, old Greek-era stone houses, and the small fishing shelter catch the eye. The nearby Çınarlı beach and Topağaç village can be reached in 15-20 minutes by taxi or minibus (dolmuş). During the summer season, small fish-and-meze restaurants and apart-pensions are active.