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Overview: Ferry from Chania to Crete (Island)
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Take a ferry from Chania to Crete (Island) and enjoy the approximately 42 nautical miles (78 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 20:30. There are 2 sailings per week.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 42 nautical miles (78 km) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 20:30 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
FAQs: Ferry from Chania to Crete (Island)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chania 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.
Cheap ferry tickets from Chania to Crete (Island) can start from as little as $18 (€15) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Chania to Crete (Island) is $61 (€50); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Chania to Crete (Island) ferry time is 2 h 15 min covering the 48 mile (77 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Chania to Crete (Island) leaves at 1: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last ferry from Chania to Crete (Island) leaves at 11: 10 PM.
There are 3 ferries a day from Chania to Crete (Island) which require at least one change with Seajets or Blue Star Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Chania to Crete (Island) with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Chania to Crete (Island) is possible with Seajets or Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Chania to Crete (Island) is possible with with Seajets or Blue Star Ferries. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need book your travel to the departure port check our trains, buses and flight options on Omio.
For the route from Chania to Crete (Island) you can take a ferry with Seajets or Blue Star Ferries. Be sure to check out all possible ferry operators that offer services to Crete (Island) from Chania on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Crete (Island) from Chania is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Chania to Crete (Island) is September.
Yes, you can take a ferry from Chania to Crete (Island).
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Chania to Crete (Island)
Chania
Crete
Amenities at port
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
32 km
Car connection
E75, Exit towards Heraklion PortWifi
- Free WiFi
Dining
- Kouzina EPE (0.3km)
- Paralia Seaside Restaurant (0.5km)
- Ligo Krasi Ligo Thalassa (0.6km)
Taxis
- Main companies are Heraklion Taxi and Radio Taxi Knossos.
WC
- Free
Public transit options for Heraklion Port
- Bus Line 1, Stop: Heraklion Port
Amenities at port
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 08:00-20:00 Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Epar.Od. Sitias-Palekastrou, Exit Sitia PortWifi
- Free WiFi
Dining
- Inodion (0.3km)
- Mitsakakis (0.4km)
- Ziafeti (0.5km)
Taxis
- Main companies are Sitia Taxi and Radio Taxi Sitia.
WC
- Free
Public transit options for Sitia
- Bus Line 3, Sitia Port Stop
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