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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Heraklion to Karpathos (Island)
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
6 h 20 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Heraklion 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 Heraklion 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 2 ferries that leave Heraklion for Karpathos (Island) on Mon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct ferries cover the 182 km distance in an average of 6 h 20 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest ferries will take 7 h 50 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.
6:30 AM4h50Heraklion11:20 AMKarpathos (Island)$201One-way0 transfers- 8:30 PM7h50Heraklion4:20 AMKarpathos (Island)$201One-way0 transfers
- 6:30 AM4h50Heraklion11:20 AMKarpathos (Island)$201One-way0 transfers
- 8:30 PM7h50Heraklion4:20 AMKarpathos (Island)$201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Heraklion to Karpathos (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Heraklion to Karpathos (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $129.
Distance: 98 nautical miles (182 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $175 Average price |
7h 30m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Heraklion to Karpathos (Island):
A ferry is $154 (€126) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heraklion to Karpathos (Island) costing on average $175 (€143).
Other travel options to Karpathos (Island) take longer:
Ferry takes on average 6h 30m.
Heraklion to Karpathos (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 6h05 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 6h35 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 4h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 6h35 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 6h35 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 7h50 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri |
Live departures
Heraklion to Karpathos (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Heraklion to Karpathos (Island) ferries for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 PM Heraklion | 7h50 | 4:20 AM Karpathos (Island) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 6:30 AM Heraklion | 4h50 | 11:20 AM Karpathos (Island) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Heraklion to Karpathos (Island)
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Ferries from Heraklion to Karpathos (Island) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 30m. 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 04:00, the last at 21:15. The fastest ferry covers the 98 nautical miles (182 km) distance in 4h 50m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Heraklion to Karpathos (Island) are available to foot passengers.
Distance 98 nautical miles (182 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 4h 50m |
First ferry 4:00 AM |
Last ferry 9:15 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 70 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Heraklion to Karpathos (Island)You can travel by ferry between Heraklion to Karpathos (Island) with Blue Star Ferries for as low as $20 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Heraklion to Karpathos (Island)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heraklion 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 Heraklion to Karpathos (Island)
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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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