Cesme – Chios

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Cesme – Chios

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Ferry from Cesme to Chios

Depending on the season their are usually 3 daily and 21 weekly sailings between Cesme and Chios. 2 ferry operators provide the ferries from Cesme to Chios, Turyol & Makri Travel.Cesme Chios ferries take around 30 minutes. The ferry costs between $90 and $569, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Cesme to Chios.

What's the ferry schedule from Cesme to Chios?

The earliest Cesme Chios ferry typically departs Cesme at about 08:45 and the last ferry usually leaves at 18:00.

How long is the ferry from Cesme to Chios?

Ferries from Cesme to Chios sail in around 30 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 10 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Cesme Chios Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 21 weekly sailings from Cesme to Chios provided by Turyol & Makri Travel. Timetables can change from season to season.

Turyol provide 11 sailings weekly. Makri Travel provide 10 sailings weekly.

How much does the ferry cost from Cesme to Chios?

The price of a ferry from Cesme to Chios typically range between $90* and $569*. On average the Cesme Chios ferry is $207*. The cheapest Cesme Chios ferry prices start from $90*. The average price for a foot passenger is $177*. The average price for a car is $534*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated April 25.

What is the distance from Cesme to Chios?

The distance between Cesme to Chios is approximately 11 miles (18km) or 10 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Cesme to Chios with a car?

Yes, Cesme Chios ferries allow cars onboard with Turyol & Makri Travel between Cesme and Chios. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Cesme and Chios use our Deal Finder.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Cesme to Chios?

Turyol & Makri Travel allow foot passengers on Cesme Chios ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Cesme to Chios?

Turyol allow pets on ferries from Cesme to Chios. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.

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Cesme - Chios Route summary
Departure Country Turkey
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 2
Operators Makri Travel & Turyol
Average Price A$176*
Average Daily Sailings 1
Average Weekly Sailings 8
Average Sailing Duration 30m
Fastest Sailing Duration 20m
First Ferry 08:45
Last Ferry 10:30
Distance 9 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

Cesme to Chios Ferry Most Popular Questions

Cesme Guide

Located on the tip of the Cesme Peninsular in the west of Turkey, the coastal town of Cesme is a popular holiday destination that is around 85 km to the west of Izmir, the largest city in the Aegean Region of Turkey. Cesme, which means "fountain", and is probably a reference to the many Ottoman fountains located across the city. Cesme castle dominates the city which has many attractions of interest to visitors. These include the Ottoman Caravanserai, which is close to the castle, which was built in the 15th century and has been transformed into a boutique hotel. Also of interest, and situated along some of the back streets in the town, are some old traditional Ottoman houses along with a Sakiz house-type of residence which may be of interest to visitors taking a stroll around the city.

From the city's port there are two daily ferries to the Greek island of Chios with a crossing time of around 1 hour. Between the months of June and October, cruise ships may also be seen calling in to the port.


Chios Guide

The Greek island of Chios lies in the north east Aegean Sea and is located close to the coast of Turkey and is opposite the Erithrea Peninsular, from which it is separated by the Chios Strait. The island has a land area of around 840 sq. km and a population of roughly 54,000 people. The island's capital city is also called Chios and is home to approximately half of the island's population. Popular visitor attractions on the island include the Byzantine Museum which is located in a former Ottoman mosque and is where you can see a perfect copy of the famous painting "Massacre at Chios" by Delacroix. Also on the island is the famous library named after Adamantios Korais and contains his personal collection of 1,300 historical volumes and the Naval Museum where you can see replicas of sailing ships and steam boats.

Alternatively, take a stroll through the pretty and narrow streets of Kaloplitis and take in the splendour of the former ship owners' mansions that stretch all the way to Tampakika. Here you will find Ioustiniani Palace and the mills that once belonged to the old tanneries.

From Chios, ferry services operate to Piraeus, Thessaloniki, Kavala, Rhodes, Samos, Lemnos, Mytilene, Oinousses, Psara, and Cesme.

Cesme to Chios
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 7/4/2025 and 13/4/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Makri Travel 08:45 09:05 20 minutes Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun
Turyol 09:20 09:50 30 minutes Everyday
Makri Travel 17:45 18:05 20 minutes Wed

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