The cheapest and fastest ferries from Heraklion to Souda
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Heraklion to Souda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heraklion to Souda will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Heraklion for Souda on Sun, Mar 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct ferries cover the 98 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest ferries will take 2 h 15 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.




Live departures
Heraklion to Souda ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Heraklion to Souda ferries for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:30 PM Heraklion | 2h15 | 8:45 PM Souda | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM Heraklion | 2h15 | 10:45 PM Souda | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Heraklion to Souda
Ferries from Heraklion to Souda run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 04:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest ferry covers the 52 nautical miles (98 km) distance in 2h 15m. There are 1 sailings per week. Ferries from Heraklion to Souda are available to foot passengers.

Distance 52 nautical miles (98 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 2h 15m |
First ferry 04:00 |
Last ferry 22:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest month Jun |
Cheapest day Fri |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Heraklion to SoudaYou can travel by ferry between Heraklion to Souda with Blue Star Ferries for as low as $18 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Heraklion to Souda
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heraklion to Souda 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 Souda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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