The cheapest and fastest ferries from Heraklion to Naxos
Cheapest price
$124
Average price
$124
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
198 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 $124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $124.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Heraklion for Naxos on Wed, Dec 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct ferries cover the 198 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest ferries will take 4 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 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 €94. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 3h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €94, and a flight costs an average of €44.
Distance: 106 nautical miles (198 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€102 Average price Cheapest | €178 Average price |
4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 10h 42m Average total duration 7h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Heraklion to Naxos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Heraklion to Naxos ferries for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:30 AM Heraklion | 4h35 | 9:05 AM Naxos | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 AM Heraklion | 3h00 | 8:00 AM Naxos | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Offers and deals from Heraklion to Naxos
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Heraklion to Naxos
Ferries from Heraklion to Naxos run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $118 (€94) but you can travel from only $55 (€44) by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:30, the last at 14:50. The fastest ferry covers the 106 nautical miles (198 km) distance in 3h 0m. There are 7 sailings per week. Ferries from Heraklion to Naxos are available to foot passengers.


Distance 106 nautical miles (198 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $118 (€94) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 7 |
Fastest ferry 3h 0m |
First ferry 07:30 |
Last ferry 14:50 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) from Heraklion to NaxosYou can travel by ferry between Heraklion to Naxos with Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) for as low as $55 (€44). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
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.

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