Ferries from
Greece to Crete
Ferries from
Greece to Crete
Ferries from Greece to Crete are available with 3 operators. There are 44 ferry routes. Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Heraklion and Athens (Piraeus) to Heraklion are popular ferry trips from Greece to Crete. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from Greece to Crete sail approximately 186 times per week and are provided by Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines & SeaJets.
Greece to Crete ferry time ranges between 1 hour 35 minutes and 15 hours depending on the ferry route, operator, and ship.
The fastest ferry from Greece to Crete is in 1 hour 35 minutes on the Athens (Piraeus) Heraklion (Crete) ferry with .
Yes, you can travel on a car ferry from Greece to Crete with Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines & SeaJets.
The distance between Greece and Crete is 68 miles (109km) and 59 nautical miles.
Greece to Crete ferry prices can vary by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry.
The Athens (Piraeus) to Heraklion ferry ferry sails approximately 34 times weekly with a crossing time of 9 hours 25 minutes.
Athens (Piraeus) to Heraklion ferry ferries sail about 34 times weekly with a sailing time of 9 hours 25 minutes.
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.
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| From | To | Average price | |
|---|---|---|---|
From PiraeusGreece |
To HeraklionCrete |
Average price£189.54 | |
From PiraeusGreece |
To ChaniaCrete |
Average price£227.83 | |
From ParosGreece |
To HeraklionCrete |
Average price£174.15 |
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Greece is a country in Southern Europe with the 11th longest coastline in the world, sharing borders with Albania, Macedonia, Bulgaria and Turkey, and with islands in the Aegean, Ionian and Mediterranean Seas. As one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, the country’s fabulous beaches, whitewashed homes, historical sites and favourable climate attract huge numbers of visitors to its islands year round, though the majority arrive between April and October. Whether you arrive on the mainland by sea or by air, the majority of islands can only be reached by ferry. With the number of services on offer, as you may expect, Greek ferries are of a high standard and most ferry companies feature a modern and luxurious fleet. All Greek islands are linked to the mainland, some directly, some indirectly and island-hopping is great experience, not to be missed. Due to being a gateway to the islands, the Greek mainland is well connected to Italy across the Adriatic Sea too.
Crete is the largest and most populous island in Greece, situated in the Mediterranean Sea, slightly southeast of the mainland Known for its varied landscapes comprising fertile valleys, stunning beaches and the famous White Mountains found alongside idyllic harbours and sleepy villages, Crete has beautiful backdrops around every corner. Numerous time-honoured traditions remain fundamental to Cretan culture, including Easter feasts, playing stringed instruments called ‘lyra’ and performing spectacular local dances. Some Greeks even say Crete could be its own country due to its diverse terrain and the unique way of life. There are many domestic ferry routes departing the mainland and surrounding archipelagos in the Aegean Sea, arriving at the five Cretan ports on the north coast, including the capital, Heraklion. These sailings have varying journey times and are run by multiple operators, so there’s ample choice when it comes to reaching Crete by ferry.
