The cheapest and fastest ferries from Heraklion to Syros
Cheapest price
$108
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
236 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Heraklion to Syros is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heraklion to Syros 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 Syros on Sun, Nov 30, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 30 the direct ferries cover the 236 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
On Sun, Nov 30 the slowest ferries will take 5 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.


Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Heraklion to Syros
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Heraklion to Syros among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €83. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 6h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €83, and a flight costs an average of €66.
Distance: 127 nautical miles (236 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€88 Average price Cheapest | €335 Average price |
7h 2m Average total duration Fastest 6h 2m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 9h 56m Average total duration 6h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Heraklion to Syros ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Heraklion to Syros ferries for tomorrow, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:00 AM Heraklion | 5h15 | 10:15 AM Syros | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Offers and deals from Heraklion to Syros
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Heraklion to Syros
Ferries from Heraklion to Syros run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $102 (€83) but you can travel from only $82 (€66) by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 08:00, the last at 11:55. The fastest ferry covers the 127 nautical miles (236 km) distance in 5h 15m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from Heraklion to Syros are available to foot passengers.




Distance 127 nautical miles (236 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $102 (€83) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 5h 15m |
First ferry 08:00 |
Last ferry 11:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Fast Ferries from Heraklion to SyrosYou can travel by ferry between Heraklion to Syros with Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Fast Ferries for as low as $82 (€66). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
Blue Star Ferries
Seajets
Fast Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Heraklion to Syros
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heraklion to Syros 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 Syros, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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 Syros, located 3.7 miles (5.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Heraklion to Syros
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- To Limani (0.2km)
- Asteria Beach Bar (0.4km)
- Kouzina (0.6km)
- Main companies are Syros Taxi and Ermoupoli Taxi.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Ermoupoli Stop
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