The cheapest and fastest ferries from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island)
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 27 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) 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 Karpathos (Island) will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Crete (Island) for Karpathos (Island) on Thu, Nov 27, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct ferries cover the 213 km distance in an average of 6 h 27 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest ferries will take 6 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.






Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €66.
Distance: 115 nautical miles (213 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€18 Average price Cheapest | €164 Average price |
4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 12h 43m Average total duration 9h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 3h35 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 6h35 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) ferries for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:35 AM Crete (Island) | 6h10 | 7:45 AM Karpathos (Island) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 AM Crete (Island) | 6h35 | 10:35 AM Karpathos (Island) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 26 | |||||
![]() | 1:00 AM Crete (Island) | 6h35 | 7:35 AM Karpathos (Island) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Offers and deals from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island)
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island)
Ferries from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 21:15. The fastest ferry covers the 115 nautical miles (213 km) distance in 4h 45m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) are available to foot passengers.


Distance 115 nautical miles (213 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 4h 45m |
First ferry 00:15 |
Last ferry 21:15 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) start from as low as $20 (€16) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $22 (€18) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 3 daily trains from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) with 3 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 4h 45m but the average duration is 3h 29m
Train Operators
- Travel from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) with Blue Star Ferries and Seajets
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Blue Star Ferries.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Sitia and arrive in Port of Karpathos
- First train typically departs at 12:15 AM and the last at 09:15 PM
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island)You can travel by ferry between Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets for as low as $20 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Seajets
FAQs: Ferry from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (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 Karpathos (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island)
- 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
- 08:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 14:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- To Perasma Family Restaurant (0.3km)
- Acropolis (0.5km)
- Posidon Taverna (0.7km)
- Main companies are Karpathos Taxi and Island Taxi.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Karpathos Port Stop
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