Ferries from

Crete to Athens

Ferries from

Ferry from Crete to Athens

Crete

Ferries from Crete to Athens are available with 4 operators. There are 5 ferry routes.  Ferries from Heraklion to Athens (Piraeus) and Chania to Athens (Piraeus) are popular ferry trips from Crete to Athens. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.

Ferries from Crete to Athens sail approximately 35 times per week and are provided by Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries & SeaJets.

How long is the ferry from Crete to Athens

Crete to Athens ferry time ranges between 5 hours 20 minutes and 34 hours 45 minutes depending on the ferry route, operator, and ship.

What is the fastest ferry from Crete to Athens?

The fastest ferry from Crete to Athens is in 5 hours 20 minutes on the Chania to Athens (Piraeus) ferry with SeaJets.

Is there a car ferry from Crete to Athens?

Yes, you can travel on a car ferry from Crete to Athens with Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries & SeaJets.

How far is Crete from Athens?

The distance between Crete and Athens is 156 miles (250km) and 135 nautical miles.

How much does a ferry cost from Crete to Athens?

Crete to Athens ferry prices can vary by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry.

Ferry from Heraklion to Athens (Piraeus)

The Heraklion to Athens (Piraeus) ferry ferry sails approximately 27 times weekly with a crossing time of 9 hours 15 minutes.

Ferry from Chania to Athens (Piraeus)

Chania to Athens (Piraeus) ferry ferries sail about 7 times weekly with a sailing time of 9 hours 15 minutes.

Crete to Athens Ferry Offers and Discounts

For the best ferry offers, we recommend booking in advance for the cheapest ferry prices and availability. Visit our special offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts.

How to book ferry tickets from Crete to Athens

Book and compare Crete Athens ferry tickets, operators, timetables and prices using our Deal Finder.

Ferries from Crete to Athens

How much are ferries from Crete to Athens?

From   To Average price
From
HeraklionCrete
To
PiraeusAthens
Average price£103.80
From
ChaniaCrete
To
PiraeusAthens
Average price£135.31
From
SitiaCrete
To
PiraeusAthens
Average price£205.38

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Can I take my pet on the ferry from Crete to Athens?

No, pets are not allowed on this route.

How much luggage can I take on ferries from Crete to Athens?

Foot passengers traveling from Crete to Athens generally have no strict luggage limit but must handle their own belongings. Vehicle passengers can usually pack their luggage in their cars within reasonable limits. 

How to get from Crete to Athens?

Passengers can travel by direct ferry from Crete to Athens from various ports on the island, such as Heraklion and Chania. The ferries will arrive at ports in Athens, notably Piraeus Port. View our Deal Finder for available routes and schedules.

About Crete

Crete is the largest island in Greece situated in the southern Aegean Sea, boasting a wealth of gorgeous harbours, beaches and hilltop towns. Not only is the natural landscape filled with stunning backdrops, the wonderfully unique culture, cuisine and history are inescapable too. You’ll come across awe-inspiring palaces, Renaissance buildings and picturesque Venetian ruins. Or you may spot some locals performing Cretan dances and playing music using stringed instruments called lyres and laoutos, offering a Greek island experience like no other. Crete has a number of excellent ferry ports along its north coast, and, thanks to its location in the southern Aegean, offers numerous routes to the other Greek islands and Athens to the north. This makes Crete an excellent departure point for exploring both the country’s mainland and many beautiful islands.

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