The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Crete (Island)
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
9 h 25 m
Average duration
9 h 35 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
320 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Crete (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Crete (Island) will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Athens for Crete (Island) on Sun, Mar 01, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 01 the direct ferries cover the 320 km distance in an average of 9 h 35 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 25 m .
On Sun, Mar 01 the slowest ferries will take 9 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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NISSOS RODOSTravel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Athens to Crete (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Crete (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $52.
Distance: 172 nautical miles (320 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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$43 Average price Cheapest | $99 Average price |
11h 7m Average total duration 10h 7m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Athens to Crete (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 10h40 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 9h50 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 10h15 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 9h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 9h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Live departures
Athens to Crete (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Crete (Island) ferries for today, Saturday, February 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ASTERION II | 9:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 9h50 | 6:50 AM Heraklion Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
ELYROS | 9:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 9h25 | 6:25 AM Port of Souda | 0 transfersDirect | |
FESTOS PALACE | 9:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 9h30 | 6:30 AM Heraklion Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Athens to Crete (Island) by ferry or flight
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Why should you book Athens to Crete (Island) ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Blue Star Ferries, but also compare tickets for the likes of Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Anek - Superfast, Seajets or Fast Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Crete (Island).
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Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Directferries or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Anek - Superfast, Seajets or Fast Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Crete (Island).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Athens to Crete (Island).
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Offers and deals from Athens to Crete (Island)
Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Athens to Crete (Island) and choose the solutions that best suit your needs. Below, you will find a selection of the most popular offers proposed by Seajets, Golden Star Ferries


Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Crete (Island)
Ferries from Athens to Crete (Island) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 7m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 172 nautical miles (320 km) distance in 9h 0m. There are 32 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Crete (Island) are available to foot passengers.







Distance 172 nautical miles (320 km) |
Average sailing duration 10h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 32 |
Fastest ferry 9h 0m |
First ferry 00:20 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Anek - Superfast, Seajets, Fast Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Aegeon Pelagos from Athens to Crete (Island)You can travel by ferry between Athens to Crete (Island) with Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Anek - Superfast, Seajets, Fast Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Aegeon Pelagos for as low as $29 (€23). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Aegeon Pelagos
Blue Star Ferries
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
Anek - Superfast
Seajets
Golden Star Ferries
Fast Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Athens to Crete (Island)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Crete (Island) by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Crete (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Athens to Crete (Island)
- 06:00-22:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
- Free WiFi
- Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
- To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
- Rouan Thai (0.7km)
- Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
- Free
- Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station
- 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Kouzina EPE (0.3km)
- Paralia Seaside Restaurant (0.5km)
- Ligo Krasi Ligo Thalassa (0.6km)
- Main companies are Heraklion Taxi and Radio Taxi Knossos.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Stop: Heraklion Port
- 08:00-20:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 09:00-18:00
- Free WiFi
- Pixida (0.3km)
- The Cellar Tavern (0.4km)
- Aretousa (0.5km)
- Main companies are Styl Taxi and Mert.
- Free
- Bus Line 96, Kissamos Stop
- 08:00-20:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Inodion (0.3km)
- Mitsakakis (0.4km)
- Ziafeti (0.5km)
- Main companies are Sitia Taxi and Radio Taxi Sitia.
- Free
- Bus Line 3, Sitia Port Stop
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