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Athens to Crete ferry

Q: How long does a ferry from Athens to Crete take?

The ferry time from Athens to Crete is on average 9 h 15 min for the 198 mile (319 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Crete from Athens by ferry can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

Q: What time does the first ferry from Athens to Crete leave?

The first ferry from Athens to Crete leaves at 6: 00 AM . Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

Q: What time does the last ferry from Athens to Crete leave?

The last ferry from Athens to Crete leaves at 8: 45 PM .

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The cheapest ferries from Athens to Crete

Showing times and prices for Sep 27

Cheapest

€36

Average

€46

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Crete is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

09:00PM9h15

Athens

06:15AMCrete

€361One-way

0 transfers

09:00PM9h30

Athens

06:30AMCrete

€421One-way

0 transfers

09:00PM9h00

Athens

06:00AMCrete

€481One-way

0 transfers

06:01PM11h44

Athens

05:45AMCrete

€581One-way

0 transfers

Ferry schedule from Athens to Crete

Showing ferries for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 27

Blue Star Ferries

06:01PM11h44

Athens

05:45AMCrete

0 transfers

Anek - Superfast

09:00PM9h00

Athens

06:00AMCrete

0 transfers

Anek - Superfast

09:00PM9h15

Athens

06:15AMCrete

0 transfers

Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)

09:00PM9h30

Athens

06:30AMCrete

0 transfers

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Fastest ferry times from Athens to Crete

Showing times and prices for Sep 27

Fastest Journey

9 h

Average

9 h 52 m

Ferries per day

Distance

319 km

Of the 4 ferries that leave Athens for Crete every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

09:00PM9h00

Athens

06:00AMCrete

€481One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

09:00PM9h15

Athens

06:15AMCrete

€361One-way

0 transfers

09:00PM9h30

Athens

06:30AMCrete

€421One-way

0 transfers

06:01PM11h44

Athens

05:45AMCrete

€581One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Ferry from Athens to Crete

	Distance	198 miles (319 km)
	Average ferry duration	9 h 15 min
	Average ferry ticket price	$36 (€32)
	Direct ferry	Yes
	Ferry operators	Aegeon Pelagos, Fast Ferries, Anek Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Anek - Superfast, Blue Star Ferries or Seajets

Ferries from Athens to Crete cover the 198 miles (319 km) long route taking on average 9 h 15 min with our travel partners like Aegeon Pelagos, Fast Ferries, Anek Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Anek - Superfast, Blue Star Ferries or Seajets. There are direct ferry services available. You can get the cheapest ferry tickets for this trip for as low as $26 (€23), but the average price of ferry tickets is $36 (€32).

Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries and Anek - Superfast from Athens to Crete

Find the best ferries from Athens to Crete with Omio's travel partners Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries and Anek - Superfast from $26 (€23). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Fast Ferries is a Greek company that operates high-speed ferry services in the Aegean Sea. They offer regular services between the Greek mainland and the islands of the Cyclades, such as Mykonos and Santorini, as well as services between the islands of the northeastern Aegean, like Lesvos and Chios. The company's fleet is composed of modern and fast vessels, which can reduce travel time between islands and make the trip more comfortable for passengers. They offer amenities like seating areas, cafes, and shops on board.

Blue Star Ferries is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea and the Adriatic Sea. The company was founded in 1965 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Blue Star Ferries operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands, as well as between the Greek mainland and Italy.

Seajets is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of high-speed catamaran ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Seajets operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands. They offer frequent daily departures and a wide range of routes, making it a convenient and efficient way to travel between the islands.

Cheapest Price: $26

FAQs: Ferry from Athens to Crete

FAQs: Take the ferry to Crete easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Athens to Crete.

Cheap ferry tickets from Athens to Crete can start from as little as $26 (€23) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Athens to Crete is $36 (€32); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The ferry time from Athens to Crete is on average 9 h 15 min for the 198 mile (319 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Crete from Athens by ferry can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first ferry from Athens to Crete leaves at 6: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last ferry from Athens to Crete leaves at 8: 45 PM.

Take the Athens to Crete ferry with Aegeon Pelagos, Fast Ferries, Anek Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Anek - Superfast, Blue Star Ferries or Seajets. However, it's always good to check out all possible ferry operators for the trip from Athens to Crete as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

The cheapest month to travel from Athens to Crete by ferry is March.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Athens and Crete including taking a ferry or flight.

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