How To Get To Princes’ Islands In Istanbul By Ferry

The Princes’ Islands (Adalar) are among Istanbul’s most popular destinations, offering a peaceful escape from the city with their historic charm, natural beauty, and car-free environment. Accessible only by sea, the islands can be reached by ferry from several points along the Anatolian Side. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to travel from Kartal and Bostancı to the Princes’ Islands by public transport.

How To Get To Princes’ Islands From Kartal

Kartal, located on the Anatolian Side of Istanbul, provides a convenient ferry connection to the islands. Ferries operated by Prenstur depart from the Kartal-Adalar pier. Tickets can be purchased at the toll booths for approximately 14 TL, or you can use your Istanbulkart for boarding.

The ferry route from Kartal serves Büyükada, with the Kartal pier located next to the City Lines pier on the Büyükada coast. From there, you can continue to other islands such as Heybeliada, Burgazada, and Kınalıada depending on the schedule.

For updated timetables, maps, and service changes, check this page.

How To Get To Princes’ Islands From Bostancı

Bostancı is another major departure point for ferries to the Princes’ Islands. Ferries operated by Şehir Hatları (City Lines) depart from the Bostancı coast. Tickets can be purchased at the pier or paid with your Istanbulkart.

These ferries provide direct access to Büyükada, Heybeliada, Burgazada, and Kınalıada, making Bostancı one of the busiest and most convenient hubs for island transportation.

For updated timetables, maps, and service changes, check this page.

Summary

Whether you depart from Kartal or Bostancı, ferries to the Princes’ Islands are frequent and affordable. Using Istanbulkart makes boarding simple, and both routes provide easy access to the four main islands: Büyükada, Heybeliada, Burgazada, and Kınalıada. With scenic views along the way, the ferry ride itself is part of the experience, offering a relaxing start to your island adventure.