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How to get from Rhodes to Fethiye (Turkey)

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FASTEST
2h 30min
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62€
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Distance
82 km
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Checked offer from Rhodes to Fethiye (Turkey): Ferry, about 2h 30min, from €62. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 4, 2026): Makri Travel, Tilos Travel; main departure point: Rhodes Port.

Distance: 82 km. Data updated on .

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Ferry
2h 30min
62 – 65 €
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🚌 Departure from Rhodes
📍The ferry leaves from the port of Rhodes Town, next to the Old Town. Check the exact quay and check-in point on your ticket, and arrive early to allow for check-in and passport control with your passport and booking confirmation.
🚇The port is close to the Old Town and within walking distance of many hotels in Rhodes Town. If you are staying further out or carrying heavy luggage, take a taxi, which is easy to find in the centre, or a local bus.
⏰Departures are more frequent in summer and thinner in spring and autumn, and not every day has a sailing. Check the live timetable on this page for the dates and times that apply to your trip.
💸 Transport from 62€ per person
⚡ Fastest: 2h 30min
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Companies selling this route on 12Go

Offers listed on 12Go on November 4, 2026 for a departure on November 25, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.

CompanyModeDeparts fromFromOffers
Makri Travel Ferry Rhodes Port €62 2
Tilos Travel Ferry Rhodes Port €64 2
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Practical tips

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Book early in summer

Summer sailings between Rhodes and Turkey can fill up, especially at weekends and in peak weeks. Reserve online as soon as your dates are fixed, and you will secure your seat and receive instant confirmation.

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Confirm the exact port

Before you head out, check the departure port and check-in point written on your ticket. Rhodes has several harbour areas, and going to the wrong quay is an avoidable mistake that can cost you the boat.

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Keep your passport ready

This is an international crossing, so you will go through passport control on departure and arrival. Keep your passport and booking confirmation in an easy-to-reach pocket, and check entry rules for your nationality beforehand.

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Check the sailing days

Timetables change with the season and not every day has a sailing. Confirm the days before booking accommodation in Fethiye, so you are not stuck waiting an extra day on either side of the sea.

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Allow a weather buffer

Strong wind can delay or cancel a crossing. Avoid tying the ferry to a tight flight or tour the same day, and keep a flexible day in your plan, especially in the shoulder seasons.

The journey experience

Going from Rhodes to Fethiye is one of the simplest ways to add Turkey to a Greek island trip. This route is covered by a ferry, so there is no puzzle of coach, train or flight to solve. You leave Rhodes by sea and arrive on Turkey's Lycian coast, and the price and crossing time are shown in the table on this page.

The crossing is a passenger ferry, so you avoid airports and long transfers. You board in Rhodes Town, settle in on deck or inside, and step off in Fethiye ready to explore. Border and passport formalities are part of the journey, so expect a little queueing at both ends. Schedules depend on the operator and the season, and sailings are usually more frequent in summer than in spring or autumn.

Because timetables change through the year and some days may have no sailing, check your departure day before you lock in hotels. In high season, book ahead, keep your passport handy and make sure your ticket names the exact port and check-in point. Booking online gives instant confirmation, so you can plan the rest of your trip with confidence.

Frequently asked questions — Rhodes → Fethiye (Turkey)

Why visit Fethiye (Turkey)?

  • ✓ Paraglide from Babadağ (1,960 m) and land on the Ölüdeniz beach below
  • ✓ Swim in the turquoise Blue Lagoon, a protected nature reserve at Ölüdeniz
  • ✓ Explore the abandoned Greek village of Kayaköy, with its roofless stone houses on the hillside
  • ✓ Walk through the cool Saklıkent Gorge, one of the deepest canyons in Turkey
  • ✓ Take a boat tour of the 12 Islands and Butterfly Valley, with swim stops in hidden coves
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Recommended stay
3 to 5 nights — enough for the lagoon, a boat trip, Kayaköy and Saklıkent without rushing.

When to visit Fethiye (Turkey)?

MEDITERRANEAN CLIMATE

May to June and September to October — warm sea, pleasant temperatures and fewer crowds than the hot, busy July-August peak.

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What to do in Fethiye (Turkey)?

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Ölüdeniz Blue Lagoon at Dawn
Fethiye's signature beach: a turquoise lagoon sheltered by a pine-covered spit, inside Ölüdeniz Nature Park (entry around 4€). Arrive before 10am to beat the tour buses and find a sunbed. Walk to the quieter Belcekız side for calmer water, and bring snacks, as beachfront cafés charge tourist prices.
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Lycian Rock Tombs of Amyntas
Carved into the cliff above town, these Lycian rock tombs date from the 4th century BC. The Tomb of Amyntas has an Ionic temple façade. Entry is about 3€ and the climb takes ten minutes. Come late afternoon for golden light and views over the harbour, and wear sturdy shoes because the steps are worn.
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Gulf of Fethiye Boat Day
A full-day boat trip around the gulf, with swim stops at Aquarium Bay, Cold Water Bay and Cleopatra Island. Expect 20–30€ including lunch, departing from the harbour around 10am. Compare boats on the quayside the evening before, and choose a smaller vessel for fewer crowds and more time in the water.
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Wading Through Saklıkent Gorge
One of Turkey's longest canyons, about 18 km, with walls rising roughly 300 m. A walkway leads in, then you wade through icy water. Entry costs around 3€, and water shoes rent on site for about 3€. Take a dolmuş from Fethiye bus station (about 2€, 1 hour). Go early and bring dry clothes.
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Fethiye Fish Market Lunch
Choose fresh fish or seafood from the stalls of the central fish market, then carry it to one of the surrounding restaurants, which will grill it for a small cooking fee, usually 3–4€ per person with sides. Check the price per kilo before buying and go at lunchtime, when the catch is freshest.
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Kayaköy Abandoned Ghost Village
Hundreds of roofless stone houses and two churches remain from a Greek Orthodox village emptied by the 1923 population exchange. Entry is about 4€, and a dolmuş from Fethiye costs under 2€. Visit early morning or near sunset to avoid the heat, and wear closed shoes for the rocky paths.
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Babadağ Cable Car Summit Views
The Ölüdeniz cable car rises to 1,700 m on Babadağ in about 10 minutes, for roughly 20€ return. The summit gives sweeping views of the lagoon and coast, and paragliders launch from here (tandem flights from about 80€). Ride at opening or late afternoon, and carry a light jacket, as it gets cool.
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Tlos, Lycia's Quiet Acropolis
One of Lycia's oldest cities, Tlos has rock tombs, a Roman theatre and an Ottoman fortress crowning the acropolis. Entry is about 4€, and it is rarely crowded. It lies roughly 40 km from Fethiye and close to Saklıkent, so combine both by car or taxi. Visit in the morning and bring water.

How long to visit Fethiye (Turkey)?

3 to 5 days

Plan 3 to 5 days in Fethiye. With 3 days, cover Ölüdeniz and the Blue Lagoon, a 12-island boat tour, and Saklıkent Gorge. With 5 days, add the ghost village of Kayaköy, the Lycian rock tombs of Fethiye, and a day trip to Kabak or Butterfly Valley. Visit in May or September-October to avoid the heat and crowds, and rent a car or use dolmuş minibuses to reach the sights.

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