How do Istanbul ferries work: routes, schedules and tips?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 22 days ago
TL;DR
Istanbul ferries run fixed routes (e.g. Kadıköy → Karaköy → Eminönü) but may be cancelled if too few passengers board. The last ferry from Büyükada island is around 23:30.
What the community said
Ferries from Kadıköy follow a multi-stop route: first Karaköy, then Eminönü. For example, the 7:00 departure from Kadıköy arrives at Karaköy at 7:20 and Eminönü at 7:30. A dash in the timetable means that particular sailing skips that stop.
22 days ago Route: Kadıköy 7:00 → Karaköy 7:20 → Eminönü 7:30
Reading the ferry timetable: the first column is departure from Kadıköy, the second is arrival at Karaköy, the third is arrival at Eminönü. A dash in the third column means the ferry terminates at Karaköy and does not continue to Eminönü.
22 days ago Kadıköy → Karaköy → Eminönü
The 8:40 ferry from Eminönü to the Princes' Islands was cancelled due to low passenger numbers — everyone was asked to take the next sailing at 9:40. Early morning departures can be cancelled, especially on weekdays.
22 days ago Eminönü → Islands: 8:40 cancelled, next at 9:40
The last ferry from Büyükada (the largest of the Princes' Islands) departs around 23:30. Always verify this in the current timetable as it may vary by season.
22 days ago Last ferry from Büyükada: ~23:30