The cheapest and fastest ferries from Crete (Island) to Halki
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
6 h 35 m
Average duration
7 h 37 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Crete (Island) to Halki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crete (Island) to Halki will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Crete (Island) for Halki on Mon, Dec 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct ferries cover the 272 km distance in an average of 7 h 37 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h 35 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest ferries will take 9 h 35 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.






Crete (Island) to Halki Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 9h35 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 6h35 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Crete (Island) to Halki ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Crete (Island) to Halki ferries for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:15 PM Crete (Island) | 6h40 | 2:55 AM Halki | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 2:30 AM Crete (Island) | 9h35 | 12:05 PM Halki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 AM Crete (Island) | 6h35 | 12:05 PM Halki | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Crete (Island) to Halki
Ferries from Crete (Island) to Halki run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 1m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 04:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 146 nautical miles (272 km) distance in 6h 35m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Crete (Island) to Halki are available to foot passengers.

Distance 146 nautical miles (272 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 6h 35m |
First ferry 04:00 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Crete (Island) to HalkiYou can travel by ferry between Crete (Island) to Halki with Blue Star Ferries for as low as $22 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Crete (Island) to Halki
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crete (Island) to Halki 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 Halki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Crete (Island) to Halki
- 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 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
- Valantis Restaurant (0.3km)
- Ftenagia Restaurant (0.7km)
- Black Sea Restaurant (0.9km)
- Book in advance with Freenow.
- Free
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