How long is the ferry from Bodrum to Datça?

The Bodrum Feribot (Bodrum Ferryboat) car ferry takes about 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes in the published timetable). It sails from Bodrum Castle Port to Körmen harbour, about 9 to 10 km north-west of Datça town, across the mouth of the Gulf of Gökova.

Does the Bodrum–Datça ferry carry cars?

Yes. The ferry carries cars, which makes it a useful option if you want to explore the Datça Peninsula by road without the long overland drive around the gulf. Vehicle tickets cannot be bought as open returns.

When does the Bodrum–Datça ferry run?

For most of the year, with the most sailings in summer. In summer 2026 there were up to four departures a day in each direction; outside the peak season there are usually one to three. Check the current Bodrum Feribot timetable, especially in winter.

Bodrum to Datça Ferry

Bodrum → Datça (Körmen)

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Conventional crossing: ~1 h 45 min
Frequency: Up to four a day each way in summer, usually one to three off-season
Carries cars: Yes (on the car ferry)

Bodrum Ferry

Crossing times and frequency are typical ranges and vary by season and operator. Check the operator or Direct Ferries for current sailings before booking.

Across the Gulf of Gökova

The Bodrum–Datça ferry crosses the mouth of the Gulf of Gökova (Gökova Körfezi), one of the most scenic gulfs on the Turkish Aegean coast. Rather than driving the long overland route around the head of the gulf, the ferry makes the crossing in about 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes in the published timetable).

Bodrum Feribot (Bodrum Ferryboat) runs the route with car ferries, making this a practical choice for anyone wanting to explore the Datça Peninsula without committing to the winding road journey. In summer 2026 there were up to four sailings a day in each direction, and usually one to three outside the peak season.

Bodrum, the departure port

Bodrum is one of the Turkish Aegean's most popular resort towns, built around a natural harbour dominated by the Castle of St. Peter (now the Museum of Underwater Archaeology). Datça ferries leave from the Castle Port (Kale Limanı, the Datça ferry pier), close to the centre.

Arriving at Körmen and the Datça Peninsula

The ferry arrives at Körmen harbour (Kairos Marina) on the north coast of the peninsula, about 9 to 10 km north-west of Datça town, so allow for a short drive, bus or taxi onward.

The Datça Peninsula (Datça Yarımadası) is one of Turkey's more unspoiled stretches of Aegean coastline: narrow, mountainous and relatively lightly developed compared to the resorts further north. The town of Datça itself has a low-key harbour scene; Eski Datça (Old Datça), a few kilometres inland, is a village of old stone houses.

At the western tip of the peninsula, Knidos is an ancient Greek and Roman city with a dramatic headland setting where the Aegean and Mediterranean meet, a worthy detour for those who make the trip.

Travelling with a car

The car ferry removes the need to drive the long coastal road around the Gulf of Gökova, which passes through several towns and can be slow in summer. If you plan to explore the length of the Datça Peninsula, bringing a car is the most flexible option. Vehicle tickets cannot be bought as open returns, and it is worth booking vehicle space ahead on July and August weekends.

Ports & terminals

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the ferry from Bodrum to Datça?: The Bodrum Feribot (Bodrum Ferryboat) car ferry takes about 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes in the published timetable). It sails from Bodrum Castle Port to Körmen harbour, about 9 to 10 km north-west of Datça town, across the mouth of the Gulf of Gökova.
Does the Bodrum–Datça ferry carry cars?: Yes. The ferry carries cars, which makes it a useful option if you want to explore the Datça Peninsula by road without the long overland drive around the gulf. Vehicle tickets cannot be bought as open returns.
When does the Bodrum–Datça ferry run?: For most of the year, with the most sailings in summer. In summer 2026 there were up to four departures a day in each direction; outside the peak season there are usually one to three. Check the current Bodrum Feribot timetable, especially in winter.

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