FERRY SERVICE DIRECTIONS
KARASU-CONSTANTA
TURKEY-ROMANIA
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FERRY SCHEDULE
The Ro-Ro ferry line Karasu – Constanta, served by the vessel S.TRABZONSPOR (IMO 7928160), provides daily freight crossings across the Black Sea, optimized for cars, SUVs, vans, cargo vans, trucks, trailers and buses, with dedicated capacity for oversized and project cargo.
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Distance: 205 nm
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Speed: 12.5 kn → Transit time: ≈ 20 h
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Port operations: 7 h (loading/unloading)
Night sailing + daytime port work ensures fast turnaround.
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Arrival at port: 10:00
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Departure from port: 17:00
These settings allow us to sail on schedule:
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Every Friday and Thursday from Constanta to Karasu
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Every Wednesday and Saturday from Karasu to Poti
We aim to increase the number of ship calls per week to three times. Stay tuned for updates.
This stable schedule enhances international logistics and offers a competitive alternative to road and rail routes.
HOW TO BEST PREPARE YOUR VEHICLE FOR FERRY BOARDING
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Arrive just in time – Vehicles arriving at the port of disembarkation can board the ferry immediately if space is available. There is no need to arrive several days in advance.
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Notify our operator 24 hours in advance – To ensure smooth processing, please inform our operator about your arrival at least twenty-four hours before reaching the terminal.
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If you have made a pre-booking and received a booking reference, the vehicle can be delivered to the port up to 48 hours before the scheduled departure. Parking for 48 hours is therefore free. Parking beyond this time is charged at 40 EUR/day.
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Rapid customs and documentation – Customs clearance and documentation for empty trucks, passenger cars and cargo vans can be completed in as little as one hour. Shipments without special import requirements, such as phytosanitary certificates, complete European Union entry formalities within twenty-four hours.
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Comfortable terminal facilities – Our modern terminals offer a cafeteria, shower facilities and rest areas for drivers and crew members.
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Efficient vehicle release – Upon arrival at the destination port, vehicle release is handled as quickly as possible thanks to streamlined border procedures on the Turkey to Romania route.
Important! Even if you have information about a vessel’s arrival, it does not guarantee available space or the ability to load cargo. Contacting our operators will help you avoid misunderstandings and plan your shipment more effectively.
S.TRABZONSPOR FERRY – KEY VESSEL SPECIFICATIONS
The Ro-Ro/Passenger vessel SAMPIYON TRABZONSPOR (IMO 7928160, MMSI 613883000, Callsign TJM0002) operates on the Constanţa–Karasu Black Sea route.
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Year built: 1981 (44 years old as of 2025)
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Flag: Cameroon
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Dimensions: Length overall about 105.6 m; Beam approximately 18.8–19 m
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Gross Tonnage: 5 535 GT
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Deadweight: ≈3 500 t
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Draft: Approx. 4.95 m
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Vehicle / Passenger Capacity: Can carry about 58 semi-trailers, 50 TIR trucks, and 60 passengers
Route Schedule:
Regular sailings three times per week, with an average transit time of approximately 17-22 hours, typically involving overnight crossings and daytime port operations.
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KEY INFORMATION ABOUT
DIRECTIONS AND PERIODICITIES
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Routes and Vessel:
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Karasu – Constanța – Karasu: operated exclusively by the Ro-Ro ferry SAMPIYON TRABZONSPOR (IMO 7928160).
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Frequency: departures every 1.5–2 days; arrival at 10:00, departure from the same port at 17:00 on sailing days.
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Waiting Times and Boarding:
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Immediate boarding: vehicles can embark as soon as they arrive at port, subject to space availability—no mandatory multi-day wait.
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Advance notice: to secure a spot, notify our operator at least 24 hours before arrival.
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Rapid processing: loading and unloading operations take just 7 hours; customs and documentation for standard vehicles complete in 1 hour (or up to 24 hours for full EU entry formalities).
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Thank you for your interest in our service. We are always ready to assist you in organizing your shipment.