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How to book a Ferry to Heraklion

How to book a Ferry to Heraklion

Compare all ferries to Heraklion in Crete to ensure you get the best possible ferry price for your crossing.

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Heraklion Ferry Services

Heraklion Ferry

Heraklion port sailing information

Can you get a ferry to Heraklion?

Yes, you can get a ferry to Heraklion from 21 different ports. These include Athens (Piraeus), Santorini (Thira), Milos, Naxos & Paros.

Heraklion schedules

Ferries to Heraklion sail up to 27 times a day and up to 133 times a week.

Heraklion operators

Ferries to Heraklion are operated by 3 operators including Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets.

How long is the ferry to Heraklion?

The duration of the ferry to Heraklion depends on the route you choose. The Sitia to Heraklion is the fastest ferry with a duration of about 2 hours 15 minutes, whilst Rhodes to Heraklion is the slowest ferry with a journey time of around 10 hours 29 minutes.

Bear in mind that Heraklion ferry times can change from season to season so it's best to check the latest Heraklion ferry timetable before you book.


Ferry routes to Heraklion

There are currently 21 different ferry routes to Heraklion.

Athens (Piraeus) Heraklion (Crete)

Santorini (Thira)

Milos to Heraklion

Naxos to Heraklion

Paros to Heraklion

Mykonos to Heraklion

Rhodes to Heraklion

Karpathos to Heraklion

Diafani to Heraklion

Chalki to Heraklion

Katapola (Amorgos) to Heraklion

Kasos to Heraklion

Ios to Heraklion

Anafi to Heraklion

Tinos to Heraklion

Syros to Heraklion

Folegandros to Heraklion

Sifnos to Heraklion

Koufonissi to Heraklion

Sitia to Heraklion

Rethymno to Heraklion

Popular ferry routes to Heraklion

Athens (Piraeus) Heraklion (Crete) is the most popular route, with 3 daily and 24 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes around 8 hours 51 minutes and costs £297.64 on average. 

The second most popular route is Santorini (Thira) which takes around 3 hours 2 minutes and costs £157.70 on average. There are 2 daily and 9 weekly sailings on this route.

Where do ferries from Heraklion go to?

Heraklion ferries currently sail to 21 ports including Athens (Piraeus), Santorini (Thira), Milos, Naxos & Paros.


Heraklion ferry prices

How much is the ferry to Heraklion?

Heraklion ferry prices vary depending on various factors. The route, season, operator and type of ship you sail on can all affect the Heraklion ferry cost. 

Karpathos to Heraklion is the cheapest ferry, costing £62.97 on average. There are 1 daily and 2 weekly sailings on this route. The journey usually takes about 6 hours 15 minutes.

The most expensive ferry is Athens (Piraeus) Heraklion (Crete). The price is usually around £297.64. There are 3 daily and 24 weekly sailings, with an average crossing time of 8 hours 51 minutes.


Getting the ferry to Heraklion with vehicles and pets

Is there a car ferry to Heraklion?

Yes, you can take a car ferry to Heraklion with 3 operators. Car operators include Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets. For more information on routes and car ferry prices, check out our Deal Finder.

Are foot passengers allowed on ferries to Heraklion?

Yes, foot passengers are allowed on ferries to Heraklion with 3 operators including Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets.

Can I take my bike on ferries to Heraklion?

You cannot take your bike on ferries to Heraklion.

Can I take my pet on the ferry to Heraklion?

You can take your pet on the ferry to Heraklion with 2 operators including Minoan Lines & SeaJets. For more information about pet accommodation and fees, please view our Deal Finder.


How to book ferry tickets to Heraklion

It's easy to book ferry tickets to Heraklion online at Direct Ferries using our Deal Finder. Enter your departure and arrival ports along the date you'd like to travel to see all available options. You can also compare alternative routes to find the best ferry to suit you.

We'd recommend booking in advance to get your tickets at the best possible price. You can also check out our Special Offers page and sign up to our email for exclusive offers.

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