Heraklion to Piraeus ferry

Fri, Sep 13
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The cheapest ferries from Heraklion to Piraeus

Showing times and prices for Sep 13

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Heraklion to Piraeus is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Blue Star Ferries
09:00PM9h15
Heraklion
06:15AMPiraeus
$481One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
09:00PM9h30
Heraklion
06:30AMPiraeus
$541One-way
0 transfers
Blue Star Ferries
01:00AM12h20
Heraklion
01:20PMPiraeus
$751One-way
0 transfers
Blue Star Ferries
04:15AM9h05
Heraklion
01:20PMPiraeus
$751One-way
0 transfers

Heraklion to Piraeus Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
01:00AM
Arrival Time
01:20PM
Duration
12h20
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
09:00PM
Arrival Time
06:15AM
Duration
9h15
Sailing Days
Thu, Fri
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
04:15AM
Arrival Time
01:20PM
Duration
9h05
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
Departure Time
09:00PM
Arrival Time
06:30AM
Duration
9h30
Sailing Days
Thu, Fri

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Fastest ferry times from Heraklion to Piraeus

Showing times and prices for Sep 13

Fastest Journey

9 h 5 m

Average

10 h 2 m

Ferries per day

4

Distance

321 km

Of the 4 ferries that leave Heraklion for Piraeus every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Blue Star Ferries
04:15AM9h05
Heraklion
01:20PMPiraeus
$751One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
Blue Star Ferries
09:00PM9h15
Heraklion
06:15AMPiraeus
$481One-way
0 transfers
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
09:00PM9h30
Heraklion
06:30AMPiraeus
$541One-way
0 transfers
Blue Star Ferries
01:00AM12h20
Heraklion
01:20PMPiraeus
$751One-way
0 transfers

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Offers and deals from Heraklion to Piraeus

Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Heraklion to Piraeus and choose the solutions that best suit your needs. Below, you will find a selection of the most popular offers proposed by Seajets

Up to 30% off
30% off with Seajets
SeaJets helps you explore Greek islands including: Sporades archipelago: 20% off your 2024 return tickets on superfast ferries from mainland Greece to Alonissos, Skopelos and Skiathos - as well as on many inter-island crossings. Book by 15th of June 2024. Discover Crete: Foot passengers can get 30% off on their 2024 return tickets between Athens (Piraeus) and Chania. Valid until further notice.

Overview: Ferry from Heraklion to Piraeus

distanceDistance198 miles (320 km)
durationAverage ferry duration6 h 5 min
priceAverage ferry ticket price$44 (€37)
frequencyFerry frequency1 a day
changesDirect ferryYes, there is 1 direct ferry a day
carriersFerry operatorsAnek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries or Seajets
cabinsCabins:Yes
vehiclesVehicles:Yes
footPassengersFoot passengers:Yes

Ferries from Heraklion to Piraeus cover the 198 miles (320 km) long trip taking on average 6 h 5 min with our travel partners like Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries or Seajets. Normally, there is 1 ferry operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $44 (€37), you can find the cheapest ferry ticket for as low as $37 (€32).

Ferry operators: Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) and Blue Star Ferries from Heraklion to Piraeus

Buy your official Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) and Blue Star Ferries ferry tickets between Heraklion and Piraeus from $44 (€37) with Omio. Find ferry times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable route.

Seajets is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of high-speed catamaran ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Seajets operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands. They offer frequent daily departures and a wide range of routes, making it a convenient and efficient way to travel between the islands.

Seajets from Heraklion to Piraeus ferry information:

  • Average Duration: 32 h 35 min
  • Cheapest Price: $185
  • Seajets frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Ferry from Heraklion to Piraeus

FAQs: Take the ferry to Piraeus easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Heraklion to Piraeus.
FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Heraklion to Piraeus can start from as little as $37 (€32) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Heraklion to Piraeus is $44 (€37); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The ferry time from Heraklion to Piraeus is on average 6 h 5 min   for the 198 mile (320 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Piraeus from Heraklion by ferry can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Heraklion to Piraeus leaves at 5: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Heraklion to Piraeus leaves at 7: 00 PM.
Yes, there is 1 direct ferry a day from Heraklion to Piraeus with Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Blue Star Ferries or Fast Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Heraklion to Piraeus with Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) or Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Heraklion to Piraeus is possible with Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries or Seajets.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Heraklion to Piraeus is possible with with Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries or Seajets. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need book your travel to the departure port check our trains, buses and flight options on Omio.
For the route from Heraklion to Piraeus you can take a ferry with Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries or Seajets. Be sure to check out all possible ferry operators that offer services from Heraklion to Piraeus on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Heraklion Port, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Piraeus, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Heraklion to Piraeus by ferry is March.
You have options as you can travel between Heraklion and Piraeus 2 different ways: ferry or flight.

Popular ports from Heraklion to Piraeus

Heraklion
Piraeus
The major port for departures from Heraklion is Heraklion Port. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Heraklion Port for your journey from Heraklion to Piraeus.
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Amenities at the port
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ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
06: 00-22: 00 Monday - Sunday
Public transit options for Heraklion Port
Bus Line 1, Stop: Heraklion Port
The major port for arrivals in Piraeus is Port of Piraeus. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Port of Piraeus for your journey to Piraeus from Heraklion.
Port of PiraeusWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibility
Amenities at the port
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ParkingParking
ATMATM
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AccessibilityAccessibility
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
06: 00-22: 00 | Saturday-Sunday: 06: 00-20: 00
Public transit options for Port of Piraeus
Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station

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