- Must visit
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
One of Greece’s most important museums, with exceptional Minoan collections including finds from Knossos and Phaistos.
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Milos (Island) to Crete (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milos (Island) to Crete (Island) will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Milos (Island) for Crete (Island) on Fri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct ferries cover the 163 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest ferries will take 5 h 10 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.
KISSAMOS
FESTOS PALACE
KISSAMOS
FESTOS PALACEOmio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Milos (Island) to Crete (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 6h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $107.
Distance: 88 nautical miles (163 km)
Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
$57 Average price Cheapest | $186 Average price |
7h 8m Average total duration Fastest 6h 8m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 9h 41m Average total duration 6h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milos (Island) to Crete (Island):
A ferry is $129 (€106) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milos (Island) to Crete (Island) costing on average $186 (€152).
Other travel options to Crete (Island) take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 41m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 4h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Fri |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 5h10 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 5h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 4h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 4h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Sat |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 5h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
The table below shows live departures for Milos (Island) to Crete (Island) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FESTOS PALACE | 1:20 AM Port of Milos | 5h10 | 6:30 AM Heraklion Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, June 18 | |||||
![]() | 11:55 PM Milos (Island) | 4h30 | 4:25 AM Crete (Island) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
KISSAMOS | 2:55 AM Port of Milos | 4h30 | 7:25 AM Port of Souda | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Ferries from Milos (Island) to Crete (Island) run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 8m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $40 (€33) if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:20, the last at 22:00. The fastest ferry covers the 88 nautical miles (163 km) distance in 3h 5m. There are 8 sailings per week. Ferries from Milos (Island) to Crete (Island) are available to foot passengers.





Distance 88 nautical miles (163 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 3h 5m |
First ferry 1:20 AM |
Last ferry 10:00 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Crete — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Crete trip today.
One of Greece’s most important museums, with exceptional Minoan collections including finds from Knossos and Phaistos.
Modern archaeological museum presenting finds from ancient Eleutherna, giving strong context to one of Crete’s key excavation sites.
Covers Cretan history from early Christian times to the modern era, with notable El Greco works and wartime material.
Crete’s most atmospheric historic quarter, prized for Venetian lanes, harbor views, and strong day-to-evening appeal.
World-famous coastal area known for shallow turquoise water and pale pink-tinted sand, heavily featured on social media.
One of Crete’s most iconic viewpoints, celebrated for panoramic lagoon scenery and influencer-favorite photography.
A classic Cretan meze of barley rusk topped with grated tomato, mizithra or feta, olive oil, and oregano. It is one of the island’s most iconic everyday dishes.
Small Cretan pastries filled with local cheese or wild greens, sometimes sweetened with honey. They are strongly associated with home cooking and village baking traditions.
A celebratory Cretan rice dish cooked in rich meat broth and finished with butter and lemon. Traditionally served at weddings and festive gatherings.
Highly regarded Chania restaurant famous for wood-fired cooking and traditional Cretan recipes, especially meat dishes and slow-cooked specialties.
Well-known Heraklion restaurant focused on traditional Cretan cuisine, local ingredients, and a refined rustic atmosphere. Good choice for classic island dishes with careful execution.
Established Chania restaurant near the old town, known for modern presentations of Cretan and Greek cooking in a stylish but relaxed setting.
Moderate overall. Taverns and buses are good value, but resorts and peak summer stays cost more.
Tipping is appreciated, not mandatory. Leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, round up taxis, and tip small change for cafés or hotel staff.
Official public transport app
Heraklion Port, Heraklion -> Heraklion Central Bus Station, Heraklion
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