Turgutreis to Kos Ferry

The Turgutreis–Kos ferry is a short international hop from the western tip of Turkey's Bodrum peninsula to the Greek Dodecanese island of Kos. Turgutreis sits directly opposite Kos, and the ports are only about 8 nautical miles (roughly 14 km) apart, so a high-speed catamaran covers the distance in around 30 minutes — making it one of the quickest Turkey-to-Greece island crossings, and a popular summer day-trip.

The route is operated seasonally by the Turkish fast-ferry company Dentur Avrasya, sailing from D-Marin (Turgutreis marina), a five-minute drive from the town centre, to the main harbour at Kos Town (Chora) on the island's northeast side. It is a passenger-only service — cars are not carried, and pets are generally not permitted — aimed at foot passengers and day-trippers exploring Kos.

Operation is firmly seasonal, broadly April to October, with frequency scaling to demand: expect only a couple of sailings a week in the shoulder months (for example June), building to daily departures through July and August, typically a morning crossing out and an afternoon return. Winter service is minimal or suspended, and any sailing can be cancelled in rough seas. Fares start from around €16–17 one way for an adult, rising toward €25 at peak times.

Because this crosses an EU external border (Turkey into Greece/Schengen), all travellers need a valid passport — passport control is carried out at the terminals, and non-EU visitors should confirm their Greek/Schengen visa situation in advance. Check in early: arriving at least 45–60 minutes before departure (up to an hour in high summer) is advised so passport and boarding formalities can be completed. Book through the operator or ferry-ticketing platforms, and reconfirm the live timetable, which changes month to month.