Chios – Cesme
Ferries to Turkey
Chios – Cesme
Ferries to Turkey
The Chios to Cesme ferry route is provided by 2 ferry companies. The ferry crossing from Chios to Cesme is approximately 35 minutes on most ferries servicing this route. Ferries between Chios to Cesme cost around $61 and $467, 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 Chios to Cesme.
Chios Cesme ferry sailings typycally depart from Chios at around 08:00. The last ferry leaves at 18:15.
The Chios Cesme ferry trip can take around 35 minutes. The fastest Chios to Cesme ferry is around 20 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.
There are around 32 weekly sailings from Chios to Cesme serviced by Turyol & Makri Travel. Timetables can vary by season and operator.
Chios Cesme ferry prices typically range between $61* and $467*. The average price is typically $186*. The cheapest ferries from Chios to Cesme start from $61*. The average price for a foot passenger is $156*. The average price for a car is $415*.
Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated July 25.
The distance between Chios to Cesme is approximately 11 miles (18km) or 10 nautical miles.
Yes, Turyol allow cars on board ferries between Chios and Cesme. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Chios and Cesme.
Foot passengers can travel on the Chios to Cesme ferry with Turyol & Makri Travel.
Pets can travel on ferries from Chios to Cesme with Turyol. Pets may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey depending on the operators guidelines.
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| Chios - Cesme Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Aegean Islands | |
| Destination Country | Turkey | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Turyol & Makri Travel | |
| Average Price | $186 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 5 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 32 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 35 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 20 m | |
| First Ferry | 08:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 18:15 | |
| Distance | 10 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 July 2025.
The Greek island of Chios is the 5th largest Greek island in the Aegean Sea and is located around 7 km off the Anatolian coast and is separated from Turkey by the Chios Strait. Chios Town was constructed around the old harbour and medieval castle, which were constructed under Venetian and Ottoman rule. Some remains have been found which date back to 2,000 BC. Popular attractions on the island include the Chios Byzantine Museum, the Archaeological Museum of Chios, its medieval villages and the 11th century monastery of Nea Moni which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The island is mainly mountainous although there are a few valleys to be found in the south and east parts of the island. Overlooking the northern part of the island is Mount Pelineo with its highest peak, Profitis Helias, at 1,297 meters above sea level. The island has a typical Mediterranean climate with mild winters and warm, dry, summers and is known for its picturesque landscape.
Chios, and the other islands in the East Aegean, are generally connected to the ports of Piraeus and Rafina, the Cycladic islands including Syros, Tinos, Mykonos and Andros and also to the island of Rhodes. Your journey to and from the island will either be by conventional of Highspeed ferry with journey times of between 5 1/2 hours and 9 1/2 hours depending on ferry company and ferry itinerary.
The coastal town and port of Cesme is located in the west of Izmir in Turkey. The town's name is derived from the Turkish for 'fountain' and is perhaps a reference to the many springs in the area during the 18th and 19th centuries. It's clean beaches, crystal clear waters, lovely restaurants and pleasant climate all combine to make Cesme one of the most popular holiday resorts in Turkey.
Located in the centre of the town is the Genoese fortress that dates back to the 14th century and which was later restored by the Ottomans in the 16th century. Adjacent to the fortress is the Caravanserai which was constructed by Suleyman the Magnificent in the 16th century and which was later converted to a hotel during the restoration of Hagios Haralambous Church as the Amir Caka Art Gallery in the 19th century.
Visitors to the town can take a boat trip to visit the many islands around Cesme. For night owls, the town has many discos, bars and cafes to enjoy.
