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Marmaris to Rhodes Ferry: Port, Documents, Day Trip and Your Car
Last updated: 2 November 2026
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From Marmaris to Rhodes takes about 1 hour by passenger catamaran; in summer there are sailings every day and a day trip there and back is possible. No vehicles are carried on this route, and rental cars may not leave Türkiye, so your car stays in Marmaris. In this guide you will find the departure port and how to get there, the check-in steps, what foreign visitors need, the express visa for Turkish citizens, what to see in Rhodes in a few hours and how to drop off and collect your car at the port.
At a glance: Marmaris to Rhodes
- Departure
- Marmaris passenger port (Cruise Port), just past the Netsel Marina entrance
- Arrival
- Rhodes tourist port, just outside the Old Town walls
- Crossing
- About 1 hour by passenger catamaran
- Cars
- Not carried; rental cars may not leave Türkiye
- Be at the port
- At least 1 hour before departure
- Turkish citizens
- Schengen visa or express visa with an ordinary passport
Marmaris to Rhodes Ferry at a Glance: Where From, How Long?
Rhodes ferries leave from the passenger port of Marmaris, about 100 m past the Netsel Marina entrance and a 10–15 minute walk from the town centre. According to the operators, the catamaran reaches Rhodes in about 1 hour and docks at the tourist port, within walking distance of the Old Town walls.
| From → Passenger port | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Marmaris centre | 1.5–3 km | 5–10 min by car, 10–15 min on foot |
| Armutalan | 5–6 km | 10–15 min by car |
| İçmeler | 10 km | 15–30 min by car |
| Turunç | 22 km | 35–50 min by car |
The same port also serves cruise ships; if you arrive by ship, see our cruise port guide.
The port is a free delivery point
Leave the car at the port before you go to Rhodes and pick it up there when you return. Choose your dates and see the price straight away.
Departure Port: How to Get to the Marmaris Passenger Port
The Marmaris passenger port is east of the town centre, at the start of the road to Günnücek National Park. According to the ferry operator, the port has a taxi rank and a car park.
- On foot: 10–15 minutes from Marmaris centre and the seafront.
- By dolmuş: the pink Yalancı Boğaz dolmuş comes right to the port gate.
- By taxi: about 10 km from İçmeler, about 22 km from Turunç.
- By rental car: you can hand the car over to us at the port; like the other points in Marmaris centre, the port is a free delivery point.
- With your own car: ask at the entrance about the car park fee and whether you can leave the car overnight.
Your Rental Car Cannot Go to Rhodes: Three Practical Options
The Marmaris–Rhodes route carries foot passengers only; the operators do not take vehicles. On top of that, rental cars may not be taken outside Türkiye. Some older pages still say you can drive across to Rhodes; that is no longer the case. You have three options for your car:
| Option | Best when | How |
|---|---|---|
| Hand it over at the port, collect it on return | You stay one or more nights on Rhodes | End the rental the day you leave, start it again at the port on the day you return |
| Leave it at the hotel | You go and come back the same day | Take a dolmuş or taxi to the port and drive again in the evening |
| Leave it in the port car park | A day trip and you want to arrive by car | Ask about the fee and rules at the entrance |
How Long Is the Ferry and How Often Does It Run?
- According to the operators, the crossing takes about 1 hour by passenger catamaran; no car ferry runs on this route.
- In summer there are several sailings every day; in autumn and winter sailings may be less frequent, so check the current days with the operator.
- Going and coming back the same day is possible. According to the operator, if you take the first sailing out and the last one back you have about 5 hours on Rhodes.
- There are one-way, same-day return and open return tickets; with an open ticket, confirm your return day with the operator in advance.
- A reasonable amount of luggage is accepted; bulky items may not be taken on the passenger catamaran.
- Times change with the season and the weather; check the sailing time and ticket conditions with the operator before you travel.
At the Port Step by Step: Check-in and Passport Control
- Buy your ticket in advance; in summer and on Turkish holidays sailings can be full.
- Turkish citizens pay the departure fee online in advance; the operator says there is no payment point at the port.
- Be at the port at least 1 hour before departure and collect your boarding card from the operator's check-in office.
- Without a boarding card you cannot go through passport control; after passport control you wait for the boat in the customs area.
- On Rhodes you go through passport control; on busy days this can take a while.
- The same steps apply on the way back: get your boarding card in Rhodes and be at the port before departure.
For Turkish Citizens: Express Visa and Required Documents
Holders of green (special) and grey (service) passports travel without a visa; anyone with a valid Schengen visa can also enter with it. For ordinary (burgundy) passport holders, Greece runs an express visa scheme for Turkish citizens. The scheme has been extended to April 2027 and covers 12 islands, including Rhodes.
- The visa is valid only for the island you enter and for a stay of up to 7 days; you cannot travel on to another island, mainland Greece or other Schengen countries.
- You apply in advance through the ferry operator or an agency; the visa is issued on arrival in Rhodes. Documents have to be handed in a few days before; ask your operator how many.
- Documents the operator asks for: a passport valid for at least 6 months, 2 biometric photos, bank statements for the last 3 months, a return ticket and a hotel booking if you stay overnight. Some agencies may ask for more.
- Day trips are allowed; a hotel booking is only needed if you stay overnight.
- Fingerprints are taken during the application process; in busy periods the wait at passport control on Rhodes can be long.
For Foreign Visitors: Schengen, EES and Coming Back to Türkiye
Rhodes is in Greece, and Greece is in the Schengen area. The express visa is only for Turkish citizens; everyone else follows the Schengen rules.
- EU citizens travel with a passport or a valid national ID card.
- UK citizens can stay in the Schengen area for 90 days in any 180 without a visa; according to the UK government, the passport must have been issued within the last 10 years and be valid for at least 3 months after you leave the Schengen area.
- The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) has been fully in use since 10 April 2026; for non-EU travellers entry is recorded digitally instead of a passport stamp; details can differ by nationality. ETIAS has not started yet.
- Citizens of countries that need a Schengen visa (for example Russia) can only enter Rhodes with a valid Schengen visa obtained in advance.
- Coming back to Türkiye: citizens of visa-exempt countries can return the same day. If you came on a single-entry Turkish visa, you may need a new one to return; check on evisa.gov.tr.
- For those under the 90-days-in-180 rule, a trip to Rhodes does not restart your permitted stay in Türkiye.
A Few Hours on Rhodes: What to See on Foot
Day trippers have about 5 hours on Rhodes; that is enough to explore the Old Town and its surroundings on foot. The currency on the island is the euro.
- The Medieval City of Rhodes: the walled Old Town has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1988.
- The Palace of the Grand Master: a palace from the time of the Knights and the best-known building in the Old Town.
- The Street of the Knights: a cobbled medieval street running down from the palace towards the harbour.
- Mandraki Harbour: the old harbour just outside the walls, with cafés and boat trips along the quay.
- Hippocrates Square and the bazaar: the easiest places in the Old Town's narrow streets to eat and shop.
If you want to rent a car on Rhodes, that is a separate rental in Greece under the local company's licence rules; it cannot be combined with your rental in Türkiye.
Open Rhodes Old Town on the mapReady-Made Plans: Day Trip, Nights on Rhodes, Arriving from Rhodes
The plans are for people staying in Marmaris. Check the sailing times with the operator before you travel.
Rhodes as a day trip
Hotel → port → Rhodes Old Town → port → hotel
- Distance
- No driving
- Driving
- About 1 hour by sea each way
- Trip length
- About 5 hours on Rhodes
Best for: Those staying in Marmaris who want to see the island
Leave the car at the hotel and take a dolmuş or taxi to the port. Explore the Old Town, the palace and the Street of the Knights on foot; be at the port in Rhodes at the time the operator gives for the return.
One or more nights on Rhodes
Port (hand over the car) → Rhodes → port (collect the car)
- Distance
- The car waits at the port
- Driving
- About 1 hour by sea each way
- Trip length
- Up to 7 days with the express visa
Best for: Those who want to see the island without rushing
Hand the car over to us at the port on the day you leave for Rhodes and collect it there on the day you return. That way you do not pay for days you are not using it.
Arriving in Marmaris from Rhodes
Rhodes → Marmaris port → collect the car → hotel
- Distance
- 10 km from the port to İçmeler
- Driving
- 15–30 min to İçmeler
- Trip length
- The rest of your holiday
Best for: Those who fly to Rhodes and come over by ferry
Collect your car at the port at the ferry's arrival time. Let us know your arrival time and any delay on WhatsApp.
If you are thinking of flying to Rhodes and coming over by ferry, see our nearest airport to Marmaris guide for a comparison of the airports.
Pick up and drop off at the port
Choose Marmaris port as your pick-up and drop-off point. Choose your dates and see the price straight away.
Practical Tips for the Rhodes Trip
A Rental Car for Your Return from Rhodes
Marmaris port, Marmaris centre, hotels and İçmeler are free delivery points; the fee for other points such as Turunç is shown on the booking screen. See our delivery points page for all points.
For licence, deposit and the 300 km daily limit, see our rental terms; rental cars may not be taken outside Türkiye. To see prices in advance, our Marmaris car hire prices guide shows the current table.
For ideas on what to see once you are back, see our places to visit around Marmaris guide.
Distances and times are approximate and vary with traffic and season.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the ferry from Marmaris to Rhodes?
According to the operators, about 1 hour by passenger catamaran. Remember you need to be at the port at least 1 hour before departure.
Where does the Rhodes ferry leave from in Marmaris?
From the Marmaris passenger port (Cruise Port). It is about 100 m past the Netsel Marina entrance and a 10–15 minute walk from the centre.
Can I take a car to Rhodes?
No. The Marmaris–Rhodes route carries foot passengers only, and rental cars may not be taken outside Türkiye. You can hand your car over to us at the port or leave it at your hotel.
Where do I leave my rental car when I go to Rhodes?
You can hand it over to us at the port and collect it there when you come back; the port is a free delivery point. For a day trip, leaving the car at your hotel is also practical.
Can I do Rhodes as a day trip from Marmaris?
Yes. According to the operator, with the first sailing out and the last one back you have about 5 hours on Rhodes; day trips are also possible with the express visa.
Is the express visa still running in 2026?
Yes. Greece extended the express visa scheme for Turkish citizens to April 2027; Rhodes is one of the 12 islands in the scheme.
What documents do I need for the express visa?
According to the operator: a passport valid for at least 6 months, 2 biometric photos, bank statements for the last 3 months, a return ticket and a hotel booking if you stay overnight. You apply in advance through the operator or an agency.
Do green passport holders need a visa for Rhodes?
No. Holders of green (special) and grey (service) Turkish passports travel without a visa; a valid Schengen visa also allows entry.
Does the Marmaris–Rhodes ferry run in winter?
Yes, but in winter sailings may be less frequent and may be cancelled in storms. Check the times with the operator before you travel.
What do foreign visitors need for Rhodes?
Rhodes is in the Schengen area. EU citizens enter with an ID card or passport, UK citizens under the 90-days-in-180 rule; citizens of countries that need a Schengen visa must get it in advance.
Do I need a new Turkish visa after coming back from Rhodes?
Not if your country is visa-exempt. If you came on a single-entry Turkish visa you may need a new one; check on evisa.gov.tr.
Can I arrive from Rhodes by ferry and rent a car in Marmaris?
Yes. You can collect the car at Marmaris port at the ferry's arrival time; the port is a free delivery point.
