The cheapest and fastest ferries from Crete (Island) to Rafina
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
10 h 30 m
Average duration
10 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Crete (Island) to Rafina 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 Rafina will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Crete (Island) for Rafina on Thu, Dec 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 25 the direct ferries cover the 317 km distance in an average of 10 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 10 h 30 m .
On Thu, Dec 25 the slowest ferries will take 10 h 30 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 Rafina
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Crete (Island) to Rafina among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €49.
Distance: 171 nautical miles (317 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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€23 Average price Cheapest | €49 Average price |
8h 22m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Crete (Island) to Rafina ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Crete (Island) to Rafina ferries for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:30 AM Crete (Island) | 10h30 | 4:00 PM Rafina | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Crete (Island) to Rafina by ferry or flight
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Offers and deals from Crete (Island) to Rafina
Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Crete (Island) to Rafina and choose the solutions that best suit your needs. Below, you will find a selection of the most popular offers proposed by Seajets

Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Crete (Island) to Rafina
Ferries from Crete (Island) to Rafina run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 22m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 6 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 171 nautical miles (317 km) distance in 10h 30m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from Crete (Island) to Rafina are available to foot passengers.



Distance 171 nautical miles (317 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Ferries per day 6 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 10h 30m |
First ferry 01:15 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries from Crete (Island) to RafinaYou can travel by ferry between Crete (Island) to Rafina with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries for as low as $29 (€23). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Crete (Island) to Rafina
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crete (Island) to Rafina 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 Rafina, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Crete (Island) to Rafina
- 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
- Saturday-Sunday: 09:00-18:00
- Free WiFi
- Pixida (0.3km)
- The Cellar Tavern (0.4km)
- Aretousa (0.5km)
- Main companies are Styl Taxi and Mert.
- Free
- Bus Line 96, Kissamos Stop
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