Marmaris to Rhodes Ferry
Marmaris → Rhodes
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- High-speed crossing
- ~1 h
- Frequency
- Daily in summer, a few days a week in winter
- Carries cars
- No — passengers only
Crossing times and frequency are typical ranges and vary by season and operator. Check the operator or Direct Ferries for current sailings before booking.
Where it leaves from
The Marmaris–Rhodes ferry departs from Marmaris ferry terminal, on the town waterfront near the main marina. The journey arrives at Rhodes Town, where the ferry port is immediately adjacent to the medieval walled city, making this one of the most rewarding short international crossings in the Aegean for first-time visitors to Rhodes.
An international border crossing
The Marmaris–Rhodes crossing is a full international border between Turkey and Greece, with passport control on both sides. Marmaris is on the Turkish mainland; Rhodes is a Greek island and part of the EU Schengen Area, where non-EU travellers are registered in the EU Entry/Exit System on arrival. Carry a valid passport. Depending on your nationality, you may need a Schengen visa to enter Greece, or a Turkish visa or e-Visa to enter Turkey on the return leg. Confirm the requirements for your specific passport before booking.
Operator and crossing time
Sea Dreams runs the route with fast passenger boats. The crossing takes about 1 hour, making it one of the faster Turkey-to-Greek-island connections. No vehicles are carried: the boats have no car deck.
Schedule and booking
Sailings run daily in summer and on a reduced schedule of a few days a week in winter. In July and August sailings can fill up, so booking ahead is advisable. Tickets are sold through booking sites such as Ferryhopper and at the terminal. Reconfirm departure times on the day if the weather is uncertain, as small fast boats are the first to be delayed by rough seas.
Ports & terminals
- MarmarisView on map →
- RhodesView on map →
Port guides
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Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a passport for the Marmaris–Rhodes ferry?
- Yes. This is an international border crossing between Turkey and Greece, with passport control on both sides. UK, US, Canadian and Australian citizens and most EU citizens need no visa for Turkey or Greece for a short tourist trip, but many other nationalities need a Schengen visa for Greece and a Turkish visa or e-Visa. Check the official rules for your passport before you travel.
- How long is the Marmaris to Rhodes ferry?
- About 1 hour by fast passenger boat, depending on the vessel and sea conditions.
- Who runs the Marmaris–Rhodes ferry?
- Sea Dreams runs the crossing with fast passenger boats. Tickets are sold on booking sites such as Ferryhopper and at the port in Marmaris.
- Can I take a car on the Marmaris–Rhodes ferry?
- No. The boats on this route have no car deck, so it is a foot-passenger crossing only.
- When does the Marmaris–Rhodes ferry run?
- Daily in summer, and on a reduced schedule of a few days a week in winter. Check the current timetable before you travel, especially from December to February.
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