The cheapest and fastest ferries from Heraklion to Syros
Cheapest price on Aug 29
zł456
Average ticket price on Aug 29
zł456
Fastest journey on Aug 29
5 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
5 h 15 m
Ferries on Aug 29
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 zł456 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł456.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 1 ferries from Heraklion to Syros, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 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 Sat, Aug 29 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.
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 18:00 AM5h15Heraklion Port1:15 PMPort of Syroszł4561One-way0 transfers
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 18:00 AM5h15Heraklion Port1:15 PMPort of Syroszł4561One-way0 transfers
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 an average ticket price of zł453 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 6h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of zł453, while a flight costs an average of zł1712.
Distance: 127 nautical miles (236 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
zł453 Average price Cheapest | zł1712 Average price |
6h 45m Average total duration Fastest 5h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Heraklion to Syros:
A ferry is zł1259 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heraklion to Syros costing on average zł1712.
Other travel options to Syros take longer:
Ferry takes on average 5h 45m.
Heraklion to Syros Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun |
Live departures
Heraklion to Syros ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Heraklion to Syros ferries for tomorrow, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 1 | 8:00 AM Heraklion Port | 5h15 | 1:15 PM Port of Syros | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Heraklion to Syros by ferry or flight
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Why should you book Heraklion to Syros ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Blue Star Ferries, but also compare tickets for the likes of Seajets or Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) to find the best option for your trip from Heraklion to Syros.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Blue Star Ferries with all available travel options, which are ferry and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Heraklion to Syros.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Directferries or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Seajets or Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) to find the best option for your trip from Heraklion to Syros.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Heraklion to Syros.
Offers and deals from Heraklion to Syros
Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Heraklion to Syros and choose the solutions that best suit your needs. Below, you will find a selection of the most popular offers proposed by Seajets

Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Heraklion to Syros
Ferries from Heraklion to Syros run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at zł442 but you can travel from only zł236 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 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Heraklion to Syros are available to foot passengers.



Distance 127 nautical miles (236 km) |
Average sailing duration 5h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price zł442 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 5h 15m |
First ferry 8:00 AM |
Last ferry 11:55 AM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) from Heraklion to SyrosYou can travel by ferry between Heraklion to Syros with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) for as low as zł236. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Seajets
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
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.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Heraklion to Syros
Most Heraklion to Syros ferries use the Heraklion Port to Port of Syros port pair. Use this guide to compare Heraklion and Syros ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Syros port do ferries from Heraklion arrive at?
Getting to Port of Syros from Syros city centre
Port of Syros is 2 km from Syros city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Syros port facilities and services
Port of Syros has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: To Limani (0.2km), Asteria Beach Bar (0.4km), Kouzina (0.6km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Syros.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Syros: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Syros.
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