Detailed Schedule Information

Seasonal Operations

Ferries from Marmaris to Rhodes operate daily, especially during the summer season. During the winter season, Marmaris Rhodes ferries operate three times a week.

Regular Departure Times

• Departure from Marmaris: 08:45
• Departure from Rhodes: 17:30

Peak Season (May-October)

• Up to 20-30 weekly crossings

Low Season (November-April)

• Sailings on 3 days a week

Special Schedule Notes

• Summer adjustments: From May, additional summer services begin with modified departure times

Day Trip Opportunities

Feasibility

• Day trips highly feasible with fastest ferries taking only 1 hour
• Popular day trip schedule: Morning departure at 08:45, return at 17:30
• Total stay time: Approximately 7-8 hours for exploration

Rhodes Attractions

Rhodes Old Town, Palace of the Grand Master, Acropolis of Lindos, Ancient Kamiros, Acropolis of Rhodes, Valley of the Butterflies (Petaloudes), Seven Springs (Epta Piges), Prasonisi Beach, Anthony Quinn Bay, Tsambika Beach, Monolithos Castle, Kallithea Springs and Filerimos Monastery.

Important Operational Considerations

Seasonal Reliability

• Summer (May-October): Daily services with multiple departure options
• Winter (November-April): Three times a week service, weather permitting
• Peak Season: July-August with highest demand and full capacity boats

Weather Dependencies

Ferry services may be suspended during adverse weather conditions in the Aegean Sea, particularly during winter months, making schedule flexibility important for travelers.

Port Information & Facilities

Marmaris Port

• Location: just 100 m past the entrance to Netsel Marina
• Port facilities: The port features a modern terminal with restaurants, duty-free shops, ATMs, restrooms, and tourist information

Rhodes Port

• Location: in north part of island, close to Old Town of Rhodes, with 3 docks
• Walking distance to Rhodes city center with covered waiting areas, cafes, restaurants, bars, ATMs
• Port facilities: shops, car rentals, tourist information desk, taxi station

Ferry Connections to Other Greek islands

Based on current ferry schedules, Rhodes has extensive ferry connections to numerous Greek islands. As the largest island in the Dodecanese, Rhodes has multiple ports: the main Rhodes Town port, Mandraki port (smaller, near the main port), Tourist Port (for cruises and Turkey connections), and Kamiros Skala (44 km from town, serving Chalki and Tilos).

Rhodes serves as an excellent hub for island hopping throughout the Dodecanese, Cyclades, and Eastern Aegean, with particularly strong connections to nearby Dodecanese islands and daily services to Athens year-round. The variety of ports and numerous ferry companies provide extensive options for exploring the Greek islands.