Where to buy tickets for ferries and sea buses to Northern Cyprus?
Besides by air, Northern Cyprus can also be reached by water, using various methods.
Mersin — Famagusta
Mersin is often understood as the Taşucu port, but they are nearly 100 kilometers apart. There is a ferry directly from the port of Mersin to the port of Famagusta, but it is only available for drivers and their vehicles.
- Where to buy? On the website akgunlerbilet.com
Taşucu — Kyrenia
Both fast and slow ferries are available. The former are for passengers only, the latter for transporting vehicles and passengers. The screenshot shows the price for a car and 4 people.
- Where to buy? On the website akgunlerbilet.com
Also, a sea bus service by Istanbul Sea Buses (IDO) has been launched on this route.
- Where to buy? On the website ido.com.tr
Anamur — Kyrenia
A sea bus launched in 2024 and already tested by the Cyprus-FAQ editorial team. Only for passengers without vehicles.
- Where to buy? On the website akgunlerbilet.com
Frequently Asked Questions about Ferries in the TRNC
How to transport a car to Northern Cyprus?
If you have decided to travel from Northern Cyprus to Turkey with your car, then read our detailed guide — where to go, how to queue, what documents to present.
How much luggage can I bring on the ferry from Turkey?
On the night ferry, which also transports vehicles, you are allowed to bring three suitcases free of charge. On the high-speed catamaran, two suitcases and one piece of hand luggage are permitted. The weight of the luggage is not limited on any of the ferries.
How to change a ferry ticket to Turkey?
You can change the departure date on a ferry to Turkey or Northern Cyprus 24 hours or more before departure. To do this, open the email with your ticket and click the "Sefer değiştirme" (Change booking) button to the right of the passenger list.
How to cancel a ferry ticket to Turkey?
The "cancel purchase" button is located next to each ticket in the email you received after purchasing. Upon clicking, the money will be refunded to the card used for the purchase according to the tariff.
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Born and raised in Yekaterinburg, visited more than 40 countries, lived in the USA for some time, and in 2022, moved to Northern Cyprus. Education: Ural State University (now Ural Federal University), Faculty of Political Science and Sociology. Professional Experience: Since 2008, worked in the…
