Marmara Island IDO Ticket

Marmara Island stands out with its sea transportation, especially in the summer season, as one of the closest island destinations to Istanbul. Thanks to the İDO ferries departing from Istanbul, reaching this calm and natural beauties-filled island is both comfortable and enjoyable. Direct or Avşa-transferring trips are organized to Marmara Island from Yenikapı, Bostancı and occasionally Avcılar-Ambarlı piers.

Transportation Opportunities

There are different pier options to reach Marmara Island from Istanbul:

• You can easily reach Yenikapı Pier by metro, Marmaray and buses.
• Bostancı Pier is connected to bus, metro and minibus lines on the Anatolian Side.
• Depending on the departure times, routes that go directly to Marmara Island or first stop at Avşa Island can be preferred.
• Once you reach the island, there are many guesthouses, hotels and beaches around the port that you can reach on foot.

Food and Beverage Alternatives

While waiting for the ferry to arrive, you can find hot and cold drinks, snacks and basic necessities at the BTA cafeterias located at the piers in Istanbul. When you arrive at Marmara Island, you can have breakfast at the cafes around the port or have a nice start to the island with a refreshing drink.

Practical Information

Marmara Island İDO pier is located in the center of the island and is in a very accessible location.
Indoor seating areas to wait for ferry times, air-conditioned lounges and nearby markets/ATM points make your journey easier. It is recommended to buy your tickets in advance, especially for the trips with high demand during the summer season.