Ferry Line
Kabataş - Prince Islands (Adalar)
Kabataş ↔ Büyükada
65.47₺
Payable with Istanbul Card
⚠️ MUST KNOW
- First ferry: 06:45 AM weekdays, 07:30 AM weekends
- Last return: 01:15 AM from Büyükada
- Journey takes ~2 hours total one-way
- Istanbul Card accepted for payment
Route Breakdown
Kabataş → Kadıköy (25m) → Kınalıada (35m) → Burgazada (15m) → Heybeliada (15m) → Büyükada (15m)
Timetables 📅
Weekday & Saturday Departures from Kabataş
| Time Period | Departure Times |
| Morning 🌅 | 06:45, 08:00, 09:00, 10:05, 11:05 |
| Afternoon 🌞 | 12:00, 14:00, 16:30 |
| Evening 🌆 | 17:35, 18:25, 18:50, 19:20, 19:40 |
| Night 🌙 | 21:40, 23:30 |
Sunday & Holiday Departures
| Time Period | Departure Times |
| Morning 🌅 | 07:30, 08:30, 09:05, 10:05, 11:05 |
| Afternoon 🌞 | 12:05, 14:00, 16:30 |
| Evening 🌆 | 17:35, 18:25, 18:50, 19:20, 19:40 |
| Night 🌙 | 21:40, 23:30 |
Destination Highlights 🏖️
- Kınalıada: Smallest island, famous for beaches and quiet atmosphere 🏊
- Burgazada: Local restaurants, historic wooden houses 🏘️
- Heybeliada: Pine forests, religious seminary, cycling paths 🚲
- Büyükada: Largest island, horse carriages, historic mansions 🐎
Trip Planning Matrix
| Goal | Best Time |
| Beach Day | Morning ferry (avoid crowds) |
| Photography | 16:30 ferry (golden hour) |
| Restaurant Visit | 12:00 ferry (lunch time) |
| Peaceful Exploration | Weekday morning ferries |
| Sunset Experience | Summer 18:50 ferry |
💡 Pro Tips
- Buy return tickets in advance
- Summer weekends extremely crowded
- Bring water and snacks onboard
- Islands get quiet after sunset
- Some ferries skip certain stops
Journey Duration Guide
- Kabataş → Kadıköy: 25 mins
- Kadıköy → Kınalıada: 35 mins
- Between islands: 15 mins each
- Total journey to Büyükada: ~105 mins
Seasonal Considerations 🌍
- Extra ferries during summer months
- Service may be affected by weather
- Earlier last ferries in winter
- Weekend schedules vary by season
Facilities Onboard 🚢
- Indoor and outdoor seating
- Small café serving drinks
- Restrooms available
- Bike transport allowed
- Wheelchair accessible
Remember to check current schedules as times may vary during holidays or special events. Fares are paid via Istanbul Card with discounts available for multiple rides.

