Turkey
Erturk Lines
Turkey's Aegean coast to the Greek islands
Est. 1967Çeşme, İzmir, Turkey
Photo: Kuşadası–Samos — Nihat1988 / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 3.0)- 2
- Routes
- 2
- Ports
- 45m
- Avg crossing
- 4
- Vessels
- 1967
- Founded
Erturk Lines is Turkey's Aegean coast to the Greek islands, founded in 1967 and based in Çeşme, İzmir, Turkey. It operates 2 ferry routes serving 2 ports. Its fleet includes Sun Star (Sun Lines), Sun Trip (Sun Lines), Çeşme Express (Ertürk) and 1 more vessels. Customer contact: +90 232 712 6768. Across its network, crossings average about 45m.
Live board
Erturk Lines departures today
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Timetables
Which routes does Erturk Lines operate?
2 routes with live schedules.
| Route | Crossing | Sailings | Operators | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cesme → Chios | 45m | 7 / wk | 1 | Turkey |
| Chios → Cesme | 45m | 5 / wk | 1 | Greece |
Cesme1 route
Chios1 route
Network
Where does Erturk Lines sail?
Erturk Lines sails to 2 ports.
Experience
Onboard & services
- Fast catamarans
- International crossings
- Online booking
- Tour packages
- One of Turkey's oldest private ferry operators, founded 1967
- A long-standing family firm based at Çeşme near İzmir
- Flagship Kuşadası–Samos crossing (~1 hour by catamaran)
- Also Çeşme–Chios, Bodrum–Kos, Ayvalık–Lesbos and Fethiye–Rhodes
- Describes itself as Turkey's first private maritime line
Fleet
Erturk Lines fleet
4 vessels seen in our schedules.
- Sun Star (Sun Lines)
- Sun Trip (Sun Lines)
- Çeşme Express (Ertürk)
- İDO Sun Express
About
About Erturk Lines
Ertürk Lines is one of Turkey's oldest private ferry operators, running crossings from the Turkish Aegean coast to the Greek islands. Founded in 1967 and based at Çeşme near İzmir, it is a long-standing family firm that helped pioneer scheduled Turkey–Greece sea travel.
Turkey to the Greek islands
Its flagship route links Kuşadası with Samos, a roughly one-hour catamaran crossing, and it runs further lines from Çeşme to Chios, Bodrum to Kos, Ayvalık to Lesbos, Fethiye to Rhodes and Kaş to the tiny island of Meis (Kastellorizo). Services run mainly from spring through autumn.
Fleet and fares
The fleet includes fast catamarans such as the Thalassini and the Kuşadası Express, carrying foot passengers and, on request, vehicles. Fares are in euros — the Kuşadası–Samos adult crossing is around €37 one-way — booked through the operator's site.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When was Erturk Lines founded?
Erturk Lines was founded in 1967, and is headquartered in Çeşme, İzmir, Turkey.
Where does Erturk Lines sail?
Erturk Lines operates 2 ferry routes and serves 2 ports in Turkey, including Cesme, Chios.
How do I contact Erturk Lines?
You can reach Erturk Lines by phone on +90 232 712 6768, or via their official booking site.
What ships does Erturk Lines operate?
Erturk Lines's fleet seen in our schedules includes Sun Star (Sun Lines), Sun Trip (Sun Lines), Çeşme Express (Ertürk), İDO Sun Express.
What facilities are available on Erturk Lines ferries?
Erturk Lines ferries typically offer Fast catamarans, International crossings, Online booking, Tour packages. Facilities vary by vessel and route — check the specific sailing for details.
How early should I arrive for a Erturk Lines ferry?
Arrive at the terminal at least 30–60 minutes before a Erturk Lines departure as a foot passenger, and allow longer with a vehicle. Boarding and check-in times vary by port and route — confirm with Erturk Lines.
How do I find Erturk Lines ferry times?
Browse the live timetables for every Erturk Lines route on this page. Schedules are updated as the operator publishes them — always confirm with Erturk Lines before travelling, as sailings change seasonally.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated June 13, 2026.
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