Ferry from Chios to Cesme (Turkey)
20m to 35m · from €30.00 · 2 operators
Chios to Cesme at a glance
Ferries from Chios to Cesme (Turkey) are scheduled 22 times over the next 14 days, 1 or 2 a day. The earliest departure in that window is 08:00 and the latest is 16:45. The crossing takes between 20m and 35m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 2 operators: Makri Travel and Sunrise Lines LTD. Published fares start from €30.00 on a conventional ferry and from €30.00 on a high-speed vessel. There are sailings on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 24 March 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €30.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel | €30.00 | Book now |
Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 24 March 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Chios to Cesme through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in August (about 5 a day).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | 3 | 3 of 30 | less than once a week |
| December 2025 | 3 | 3 of 31 | less than once a week |
| January 2026 | 15 | 13 of 31 | every other day |
| February 2026 | 16 | 12 of 28 | every other day |
| March 2026 | 44 | 21 of 31 | about one a day |
| April 2026 | 47 | 25 of 30 | 1 or 2 a day |
| May 2026 | 122 | 31 of 31 | about 4 a day |
| June 2026 | 148 | 30 of 30 | about 5 a day |
| July 2026 | 152 | 31 of 31 | about 5 a day |
| August 2026 | 154 | 31 of 31 | about 5 a day |
| September 2026 | 101 | 30 of 30 | 3 or 4 a day |
| October 2026 | 61 | 30 of 31 | about 2 a day |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from November 2025 to October 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Chios to Cesme is the short international hop across to the Turkish mainland, taking somewhere between twenty and thirty five minutes. It is run by small passenger boats operated by Makri Travel and Sunrise Lines, the Apostolos S and the Sea Star Makri, and it is the busiest crossing on this stretch of coast. Passports are required and you clear border control at both ends, so allow time either side of the sailing itself.
Cesme is a resort town on the peninsula at Turkey's westernmost Aegean point, an hour or so from Izmir. A well preserved Genoese and Ottoman castle overlooks the harbour in the centre of town, and the ferry terminal is close enough to walk to both. The area is popular for its beaches, windsurfing at Alacati nearby and thermal spas.
This is a high frequency route, with several crossings a day through the season, and it drops back sharply in winter. Current timings and fares are shown in the table below. From Cesme there are frequent buses to Izmir, which is the practical connection for flights or onward travel into Turkey.
Weekly Chios to Cesme Ferry Schedule
What each ferry company has published for the four weeks from 13 November 2026 to 10 December 2026: the days it sails and its departure times from Chios.
Sunrise Lines LTD
Book Sunrise Lines LTD tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 08:00 | |
| 08:00, 16:00 | |
| 16:00 |
Makri Travel
Book Makri Travel ticketsUntil Wed 2 December
| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 16:45 |
From Thu 3 December
| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 16:45 |
Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 13 November 2026 to 24 March 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 16 of the 18 days from 13 November, 1 to 3 sailings a day on those days. Earliest departure 08:00, latest 16:45. Fastest crossing 20m. Conventional ferries: Sunrise Lines LTD. High-speed: Makri Travel.
- December 2026: sails on 19 of 31 days, 1 to 3 sailings a day on those days. Earliest departure 08:00, latest 16:45. Fastest crossing 20m. Conventional ferries: Sunrise Lines LTD. High-speed: Makri Travel.
- January 2027: sails on 19 of 31 days, 1 to 2 sailings a day on those days. Earliest departure 08:00, latest 16:00. Fastest crossing 35m. Conventional ferries: Sunrise Lines LTD.
- February 2027: sails on 4 of 28 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 08:00. Fastest crossing 35m. Conventional ferries: Sunrise Lines LTD.
- March 2027: sails on 4 of the 24 days to 24 March, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 08:00. Fastest crossing 35m. Conventional ferries: Sunrise Lines LTD.
Chios to Cesme Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €30.00 on a conventional ferry and from €30.00 on a high-speed vessel. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional ferry | €30.00 | Sunrise Lines LTD | Apostolos S |
| High-speed vessel | €30.00 | Makri Travel | Sea Star Makri |
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 Chios to Cesme between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 13 November | 08:00 | 09:35 | 35m | Apostolos S | Sunrise Lines LTD |
| Fri 13 November | 16:00 | 17:35 | 35m | Apostolos S | Sunrise Lines LTD |
| Fri 13 November | 16:45 | 17:05 | 20m | Sea Star Makri | Makri Travel |
| Sat 14 November | 08:00 | 09:35 | 35m | Apostolos S | Sunrise Lines LTD |
| Sat 14 November | 16:00 | 17:35 | 35m | Apostolos S | Sunrise Lines LTD |
| Sat 14 November | 16:45 | 17:05 | 20m | Sea Star Makri | Makri Travel |
| Sun 15 November | 16:00 | 17:35 | 35m | Apostolos S | Sunrise Lines LTD |
| Sun 15 November | 16:45 | 17:05 | 20m | Sea Star Makri | Makri Travel |
| Mon 16 November | 16:45 | 17:05 | 20m | Sea Star Makri | Makri Travel |
| Wed 18 November | 08:00 | 09:35 | 35m | Apostolos S | Sunrise Lines LTD |
| Thu 19 November | 16:45 | 17:05 | 20m | Sea Star Makri | Makri Travel |
| Fri 20 November | 08:00 | 09:35 | 35m | Apostolos S | Sunrise Lines LTD |
| Fri 20 November | 16:00 | 17:35 | 35m | Apostolos S | Sunrise Lines LTD |
| Fri 20 November | 16:45 | 17:05 | 20m | Sea Star Makri | Makri Travel |
| Sat 21 November | 08:00 | 09:35 | 35m | Apostolos S | Sunrise Lines LTD |
| Sat 21 November | 16:00 | 17:35 | 35m | Apostolos S | Sunrise Lines LTD |
| Sat 21 November | 16:45 | 17:05 | 20m | Sea Star Makri | Makri Travel |
| Sun 22 November | 16:00 | 17:35 | 35m | Apostolos S | Sunrise Lines LTD |
| Sun 22 November | 16:45 | 17:05 | 20m | Sea Star Makri | Makri Travel |
| Mon 23 November | 16:45 | 17:05 | 20m | Sea Star Makri | Makri Travel |
| Wed 25 November | 08:00 | 09:35 | 35m | Apostolos S | Sunrise Lines LTD |
| Thu 26 November | 16:45 | 17:05 | 20m | Sea Star Makri | Makri Travel |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Chios to Cesme?
Ferries from Chios to Cesme (Turkey) are scheduled 22 times over the next 14 days, 1 or 2 a day. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 24 March 2027, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Chios to Cesme today?
Yes, there are 3 sailings from Chios to Cesme (Turkey) today. Departure times: 08:00, 16:00 and 16:45.
How many ferries run from Chios to Cesme this week?
11 sailings from Chios to Cesme (Turkey) are scheduled over the next seven days, about 2 a day on the days it runs. The busiest days are Friday and Saturday.
What time is the first ferry from Chios to Cesme?
The first ferry from Chios to Cesme (Turkey) leaves at 08:00 and the last at 16:45.
How long is the ferry from Chios to Cesme?
The fastest crossing from Chios to Cesme (Turkey) takes 20m and the slowest 35m. On this route conventional ferries take 35m and high-speed vessels take 20m.
How much does the Chios to Cesme ferry cost?
Published fares for the Chios to Cesme (Turkey) ferry start from €30.00 on a conventional ferry and from €30.00 on a high-speed vessel. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Chios to Cesme route?
The Chios to Cesme (Turkey) route is served by Makri Travel and Sunrise Lines LTD. Crossings run on conventional ferries and high-speed vessels.
Tips for the Chios to Cesme ferry
- If your ferry is cancelled, the operator is required to offer a refund or alternative sailing; head to the operator's dockside office immediately.
- On high-frequency short routes, check the timetable for the last sailing of the day – it can be surprisingly early on some less-visited islands.
- If you feel claustrophobic in enclosed spaces, reserve a window seat or opt for an outdoor berth – the open deck is always available.
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