The cheapest and fastest ferries from Heraklion to Naxos
Cheapest price
€108
Average price
€108
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h
Ferries per day
1
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Heraklion to Naxos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heraklion to Naxos will cost around €108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €108.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Heraklion for Naxos on Tue, Aug 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct ferries cover the 195 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest ferries will take 3 h 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.
WORLDCHAMPION JET8:00 AM3h00Heraklion Port11:00 AMPort of Naxos€1081One-way0 transfers
WORLDCHAMPION JET8:00 AM3h00Heraklion Port11:00 AMPort of Naxos€1081One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Heraklion to Naxos
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Heraklion to Naxos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €110. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 3h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €110, and a flight costs an average of €160.
Distance: 105 nautical miles (195 km)
Compare ferry with
Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€117 Average price Cheapest | €225 Average price |
4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Heraklion to Naxos:
A ferry is €108 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heraklion to Naxos costing on average €225.
Other travel options to Naxos take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 38m.
Heraklion to Naxos Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 3h05 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Heraklion to Naxos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Heraklion to Naxos ferries for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
WORLDCHAMPION JET | 8:00 AM Heraklion Port | 3h00 | 11:00 AM Port of Naxos | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Seajets?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Seajets, but also compare tickets for the likes of Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) or Blue Star Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Heraklion to Naxos.
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Directferries or Ferryhopper?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) or Blue Star Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Heraklion to Naxos.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Heraklion to Naxos.
Offers and deals from Heraklion to Naxos
Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Heraklion to Naxos 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 Heraklion to Naxos
Ferries from Heraklion to Naxos run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €110 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:30, the last at 15:15. The fastest ferry covers the 105 nautical miles (195 km) distance in 3h 5m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from Heraklion to Naxos are available to foot passengers.



Distance 105 nautical miles (195 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €110 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 3h 5m |
First ferry 7:30 AM |
Last ferry 3:15 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Blue Star Ferries from Heraklion to NaxosYou can travel by ferry between Heraklion to Naxos with Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Blue Star Ferries for as low as €110. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Seajets
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Heraklion to Naxos
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heraklion to Naxos 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 Naxos, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Heraklion to Naxos
Most Heraklion to Naxos ferries use the Heraklion Port to Port of Naxos port pair. Use this guide to compare Heraklion and Naxos ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Naxos port do ferries from Heraklion arrive at?
Getting to Port of Naxos from Naxos city centre
Port of Naxos is 9 km from Naxos city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Naxos port facilities and services
Port of Naxos has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Meze2 (0.3km), Scirocco (0.5km), To Elliniko (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Naxos.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Naxos: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Naxos.
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