Rhodes to Bodrum Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Rhodes, Greece to Bodrum, Turkey. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance: 71.9 nm; nautical miles
Under Sail: 14 hours; at 5 knots
Under Power: 7 hours; at 10 knots
Best Time: May-October; Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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Distance: 71.9 nautical miles

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This map shows the direct sea route from Rhodes to Bodrum. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a moderately indirect inter-island route: the navigable route runs 38% longer than the 52 nm direct line, its heading turning from north-northeast to northeast. It is an international crossing between two countries.

Sea distance: 71.9 nm (133.2 km)
Direct line: 52.2 nm38% longer
Great-circle bearing: 314° (northwest)
Sea area: Aegean Sea
Geographic extent: 0.6° × 0.9°
Crossing: Cross-border · Same region
From: Rhodes (Greece) 36.4349, 28.2174
To: Bodrum (Turkey) 37.0344, 27.4305
Route basis: Sea-lane route

Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speed	Duration
5 kn	14 hours
8 kn	9 hours
10 kn	7 hours
12 kn	6 hours

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

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Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Rhodes to Bodrum Route

Linking Rhodes and Bodrum, this single-day crossing international crossing between coastal ports sits in the Mediterranean region — a passage shaped by the summer Meltemi — strong, dry northerlies that build through the afternoon.

The lane links Rhodes (Greece) and Bodrum (Turkey), within the same maritime region.

Navigation Tips

•A single-day crossing international passage in the Mediterranean region typically requires planning for the summer Meltemi — strong, dry northerlies that build through the afternoon.
•A single-day crossing leg in Mediterranean benefits from waypoint planning and verified fuel availability.
•Confirm operating hours and clearance procedures for this international crossing within the same maritime region, since rules vary by port.
•Verify that emergency equipment matches the demands of a single-day crossing leg in Mediterranean.
•Documentation requirements differ for international passages within the same maritime region; verify cruising permits in advance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Rhodes to Bodrum by sea?

Approximately 71.9 nautical miles separate Rhodes and Bodrum by sea, making this a single-day crossing leg in Mediterranean.

How long does it take to sail from Rhodes to Bodrum?

Expect about 7 hours – 14 hours for a single-day crossing run of 71.9 nautical miles within the same maritime region.

What's the best time to sail from Rhodes to Bodrum?

Peak sailing season here is May-October; year-round, Mediterranean routes contend with the summer Meltemi — strong, dry northerlies that build through the afternoon.

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