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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Crete (Island) to Plaka
Cheapest price
$96
Average price
$96
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Crete (Island) to Plaka 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 Plaka will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Crete (Island) for Plaka on Fri, Dec 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct ferries cover the 171 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest ferries will take 2 h 45 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 flight and ferry for Crete (Island) to Plaka
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Crete (Island) to Plaka among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €44. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 4h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €44, and a flight costs an average of €130.
Distance: 92 nautical miles (171 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€53 Average price Cheapest | €162 Average price |
5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 4h 34m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 10h 48m Average total duration 7h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Crete (Island) to Plaka ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Crete (Island) to Plaka ferries for tomorrow, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:00 AM Crete (Island) | 2h45 | 7:45 AM Plaka | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Crete (Island) to Plaka
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Ferries from Crete (Island) to Plaka run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $55 (€44) if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:20, the last at 21:00. The fastest ferry covers the 92 nautical miles (171 km) distance in 2h 45m. There are 1 sailings per week.
Distance 92 nautical miles (171 km) |
Average sailing duration 4h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€44) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 2h 45m |
First ferry 01:20 |
Last ferry 21:00 |
FAQs: Ferry from Crete (Island) to Plaka
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crete (Island) to Plaka 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 Plaka, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Crete (Island) to Plaka
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday-Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Free WiFi
- Prima Plora (0.7km)
- Alana Restaurant (0.9km)
- Avli (0.9km)
- Main companies are Rethymno Taxi and Crete Taxi Services.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Rethymno Port Stop
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