Scheduled boats, every day

Tulcea – Sulina by fast boat

Travel from Tulcea to Sulina in about 90 minutes on the Sulina branch of the Danube. The boat stops on request at Partizani, Maliuc, Gorgova and Crișan and at hotel and guesthouse piers along the way. Book your seat with one phone call to our dispatch office, any time.

 Book: 0752 917 592 Boarding points

Timetable

Departures are the same every day.

Departures from Tulcea to Sulina

  • 08:00 arrives 09:30
  • 10:00 arrives 11:30
  • 12:00 arrives 13:30
  • 14:00 arrives 15:30
  • 16:00 arrives 17:30

Boarding starts 15 minutes before departure.

  1. Tulcea
  2. Partizani
  3. Maliuc
  4. Gorgova
  5. Crișan
  6. Sulina

Stops on request: Partizani, Maliuc, Gorgova, Crișan.

We stop anywhere along the route, on request: at any pier where we can moor safely, including the private piers of hotels and guesthouses. Tell us when you book where you get on or off.

Departures from Sulina to Tulcea

  • 06:45 arrives 08:15
  • 10:00 arrives 11:30
  • 12:00 arrives 13:30
  • 14:00 arrives 15:30
  • 16:00 arrives 17:30

Boarding starts 15 minutes before departure.

  1. Sulina
  2. Crișan
  3. Gorgova
  4. Maliuc
  5. Partizani
  6. Tulcea

Stops on request: Crișan, Gorgova, Maliuc, Partizani.

We stop anywhere along the route, on request: at any pier where we can moor safely, including the private piers of hotels and guesthouses. Tell us when you book where you get on or off.

Full timetable as a table
Tulcea → Sulina
Departure Arrival Days Boarding point
08:00 09:30 daily Tulcea Port Aval
10:00 11:30 daily Tulcea Port Aval
12:00 13:30 daily Tulcea Port Aval
14:00 15:30 daily Tulcea Port Aval
16:00 17:30 daily Tulcea Port Aval
Sulina → Tulcea
Departure Arrival Days Boarding point
06:45 08:15 daily Sulina – ANL
10:00 11:30 daily Sulina – ANL
12:00 13:30 daily Sulina – ANL
14:00 15:30 daily Sulina – ANL
16:00 17:30 daily Sulina – ANL

Fares

Prices are per person, per trip, and include a life jacket.

Ticket prices
RoutePrice / person
Tulcea – Sulina 120 lei
Tulcea – Crișan 120 lei
Between any other two stops 80 lei
  • Group and travel agency fares are negotiable; please call the dispatch office.
  • Up to 20 kg of luggage per person is included in the ticket. Luggage has dedicated space on board.
  • Luggage over the included allowance is charged separately; ask the dispatch office for the price.
  • For bulky luggage we run special trips; please call the dispatch office.
  • Private transfers outside the timetable: from 1,500 lei per trip, depending on group size.

The route

The boat leaves Tulcea and follows the Sulina branch, the navigable branch of the Danube, to Sulina, the last town before the river flows into the Black Sea. The journey of about 70 kilometres runs through the middle of the Danube Delta. Sulina has no road connection to the rest of the country, so it can only be reached by water.

  1. Tulcea departure · ~0 min
  2. Partizani stop on request
  3. Maliuc stop on request
  4. Gorgova stop on request
  5. Crișan stop on request
  6. Sulina arrival · ~90 min

Travel rules

Boarding

Starts 15 minutes before departure. Leave early for the pier, especially if you are driving in from outside Tulcea.

Luggage

20 kg per person is included, with dedicated space on board. Excess is charged separately; for bulky items we run special trips.

Safety

Under maritime regulations, a life jacket must be worn for the entire trip. We provide the life jackets.

Running late

If a passenger is late, we call them and do our best so that nobody misses the boat. Let the dispatch office know as early as possible.

Stops along the way

Besides Partizani, Maliuc, Gorgova and Crișan, on request we stop at any pier where the boat can moor safely, including the private piers of hotels and guesthouses along the route. Tell us when you book where you get on or off.

Special cases

Travelling with small children, a pet or special luggage (bikes, fishing gear)? Tell us when you book so we can confirm the conditions.

How to book

  1. Call our dispatch office

    0752 917 592, 24/7, Monday to Sunday.

  2. Give us your trip details

    Date, departure time, number of passengers, where you get on and off.

  3. Come to the pier

    15 minutes before departure. See the boarding points.

Private transfers

If the timetable does not suit you or you are travelling as a group, we run private transfers between Tulcea and Sulina at the time you choose. Prices start at 1,500 lei per trip and depend on the number of passengers. Call the dispatch office for a quote.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the trip from Tulcea to Sulina take?

About 90 minutes by fast boat on the Sulina branch of the Danube, including the stops along the way.

How much is a Tulcea – Sulina ticket?

A Tulcea – Sulina ticket costs 120 lei per person, per trip. Between any other two stops the fare is 80 lei. Group and travel agency fares are negotiable with our dispatch office.

How do I book a seat?

Bookings are made by phone only, with our dispatch office: 0752 917 592, 24/7. Tell us the date and departure time, the number of passengers and where you get on and off.

Where does the boat leave from?

In Tulcea, from Tulcea Port Aval and Tulcea Sindicate; in Sulina, from Sulina – ANL and Sulina – Town Hall. Addresses, maps and GPS coordinates are on the Boarding points page. When you book, the dispatcher tells you exactly where your departure leaves from.

How early should I be at the pier?

Boarding starts 15 minutes before departure. Allow extra time for traffic, roadworks and parking on your way to Tulcea.

How much luggage can I take?

Up to 20 kg of luggage per person is included, with dedicated space on board. Excess luggage is charged separately. For bulky items we run special trips.

Can I get on or off at Maliuc, Gorgova or Crișan?

Yes. Besides Partizani, Maliuc, Gorgova and Crișan, on request we stop at any pier where the boat can moor safely, including the private piers of hotels and guesthouses along the route. Tell us when you book.

Can I drive to Sulina?

No. Sulina has no road connection to the rest of the country; it can only be reached by water. You can leave your car in the guarded car park at Tulcea Port Aval for 30 lei per day, or for free in the public car park at the Trade Unions House.

What happens if I am late?

If a passenger is late, we call them and do our best so that nobody misses the boat. If you know you will be late, please call the dispatch office as early as possible.

Do you run trips outside the timetable?

Yes, we run private transfers on request, at the time you choose. Prices start at 1,500 lei and depend on the number of passengers.

Information updated on 15.10.2026.

Google reviews

What travellers say about our boats

  • We had a very pleasant experience with TDS Travel Delta Star. The staff were extremely kind and professional. Mr Ștefan Ivanov from the call centre gave us all the information we needed, with great patience and kindness. The gentleman who took us from Tulcea to Sulina was punctual, polite and very attentive throughout the trip. I warmly recommend TDS Travel Delta Star to anyone who wants quality service and a worry-free experience.

    Katalin S. · Group of 16 Google Maps review · translated from Romanian

  • The Tulcea – Sulina transfer is incredibly fast and comfortable, and the team is top-notch: punctual, friendly and always attentive to detail. You feel safe and relaxed from the very first minute! But the real magic starts with the tours in the wonderful Danube Delta… We discovered spectacular places, quiet channels and breathtaking scenery.

    Alexandru O. Google Maps review · translated from Romanian

  • I travelled with Travel Delta Star two years in a row and it was wonderful every time. Last year we did the Mila 23 and Letea routes, two spectacular trips through the wild Delta, among birds, reeds and water lilies. This year, besides the Sfântu Gheorghe route, we had an even more magical experience! I saw the Danube flow into the Black Sea – an impressive moment, and we even saw dolphins next to our boat. Special thanks to our boatman, Mr Gigi, a warm man with a lot of patience and wonderful stories.

    Marioara B. Google Maps review · translated from Romanian

  • Today, at Easter, we went on a trip to Mila 23. The captain was really nice and stopped the boat so we could see all the birds along the way, we ate our fill at a guesthouse, and the people were super nice. A lovely experience, thank you.

    Andrei D. Google Maps review · translated from Romanian

  • The most reliable company, and you feel safe with them.

    Stela C. Google Maps review · translated from Romanian

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Our dispatch office confirms your seat and boarding point.

0752 917 592