Ferries from
Ionian Islands to Crete
Ferries from
Ionian Islands to Crete
There are 2 ferry routes. Ferries from Kythira to Kissamos and Kythira to Kissamos are popular ferry trips from Ionian Islands to Crete. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from Ionian Islands to Crete sail approximately 8 times per week and are provided by SeaJets.
Ionian Islands to Crete ferry time ranges between 1 hour 44 minutes and 5 hours depending on the ferry route, operator, and ship.
The fastest ferry from Ionian Islands to Crete is in 1 hour 44 minutes on the Antikythira to Kissamos ferry with SeaJets.
Yes, you can travel on a car ferry from Ionian Islands to Crete with SeaJets.
The distance between Ionian Islands and Crete is 33 miles (54km) and 29 nautical miles.
Ionian Islands 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 Kythira to Kissamos ferry ferry sails approximately 3 times weekly with a crossing time of 3 hours 30 minutes.
Kythira to Kissamos ferry ferries sail about 3 times weekly with a sailing time of 3 hours 30 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 KythiraIonian Islands |
To KissamosCrete |
Average price£23.66 | |
From AntikythiraIonian Islands |
To KissamosCrete |
Average price£40.29 |
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The Ionians comprise seven Greek islands named Zakynthos, Ithaca, Corfu, Kefalonia, Lefkada, Paxi and Kythira scattered along the mainland’s west and south coasts. With each island offering a distinct character, they’re a fantastic holiday destination for any kind of traveller. Some boast stunning Parisian-style architecture and blossoming food scenes, whilst others claim some of the country’s finest beaches and tallest mountains. The Ionian Islands offer excellent diving and snorkelling opportunities too, as plenty of colourful fish and sea turtles can be seen beneath the turquoise waves. Also, superb museums and stunning palaces await inland, where you can learn all about the islands’ fascinating cultural history, so there’s plenty to see and do. There is no shortage of sailing options from the Ionians as there are numerous routes available to both international and domestic destinations. With a wide range of ferry companies to choose from, it couldn’t be easier to sail from these beautiful Greek islands.
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.
