Ferry from Cesme (Turkey) to Chios

Çeşme sits on the Turkish coast opposite Chios, and the crossing is one of the shortest between the two countries, taking between twenty and thirty-five minutes. Makri Travel and Sunrise Lines run it with the Apostolos S and the Sea Star Makri, small passenger boats that also take limited vehicles on some sailings. Passport checks apply on both sides, so plan on being at the terminal well before departure.

You arrive in Chios town, where the harbour is overlooked by the Genoese-era castle in the old quarter. Chios is a large North Aegean island, historically wealthy from mastic and shipping, and a good deal less touristed than the Cyclades. Most visitors head south to the medieval mastic villages, Mesta and the geometrically decorated Pyrgi among them, or inland to the Nea Moni monastery.

Sailings run several times a day in season, dropping to a much thinner winter service, and fares start around €30 one way. The current timetable and prices are shown below. Chios also has good onward links to Piraeus and to Lesvos and Samos, so it works well as an entry point for a wider North Aegean trip.

Cesme to Chios Ferry Fares

Tickets from €30.00.

Weekly Cesme to Chios Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

Hiring a car

Can you rent a car in Chios?

Yes, and the ferry dock sits right in Chios Town itself, with rental offices a short walk away or at the airport 3-4km south. A car makes sense if you want to reach the Mastic villages in the south or Kambos's walled citrus groves, since buses run less frequently outside town; compare prices at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Cesme to Chios between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Cesme to Chios ferry

• Children tend to find ferry journeys exciting rather than tedious; give them a small bag of activities or let them explore the accessible deck areas safely.
• Keep your ticket or boarding confirmation accessible throughout the journey – crew occasionally check tickets on board.
• The flat bow (prow) area of a large ferry is usually accessible and offers outstanding forward views – one of the best spots to stand during harbour entry.

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