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 35 m
Ferries per day
4
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 4 ferries that leave Heraklion for Souda on Sun, Jun 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct ferries cover the 98 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest ferries will take 2 h 55 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.
8:30 PM2h15Heraklion10:45 PMSouda$181One-way0 transfers
6:30 PM2h15Heraklion8:45 PMSouda$181One-way0 transfers
3:45 PM2h55Heraklion6:40 PMSouda$181One-way0 transfers
2:45 PM2h55Heraklion5:40 PMSouda$181One-way0 transfers
8:30 PM2h15Heraklion10:45 PMSouda$181One-way0 transfers
6:30 PM2h15Heraklion8:45 PMSouda$181One-way0 transfers
3:45 PM2h55Heraklion6:40 PMSouda$181One-way0 transfers
2:45 PM2h55Heraklion5:40 PMSouda$181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry for Heraklion to Souda
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Heraklion to Souda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $18, and a ferry costs an average of $18.
Distance: 52 nautical miles (98 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Heraklion to Souda Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h55 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h55 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Live departures
Heraklion to Souda ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Heraklion to Souda ferries for today, Thursday, June 18. 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 | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
![]() | 2:45 PM Heraklion | 2h55 | 5:40 PM Souda | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:45 PM Heraklion | 2h55 | 6:40 PM Souda | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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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 33m. 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 03:25, 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.
Distance 52 nautical miles (98 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 2h 15m |
First ferry 3:25 AM |
Last ferry 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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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