The cheapest and fastest ferries from Piraeus to Sitia
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 5 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
376 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Piraeus to Sitia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Piraeus to Sitia will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Piraeus for Sitia on Sat, Jan 31, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 31 the direct ferries cover the 376 km distance in an average of 9 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
On Sat, Jan 31 the slowest ferries will take 9 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 Piraeus to Sitia
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Piraeus to Sitia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €47.
Distance: 203 nautical miles (376 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€35 Average price Cheapest | €82 Average price |
11h 34m Average total duration 10h 34m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Piraeus to Sitia Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Piraeus to Sitia ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Piraeus to Sitia ferries for today, Friday, January 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
KNOSSOS PALACE | 7:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 9h30 | 4:30 AM Heraklion Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
NISSOS RODOS | 7:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 9h15 | 4:15 AM Heraklion Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, January 31 | |||||
![]() | 6:00 AM Piraeus | 8h45 | 2:45 PM Sitia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Piraeus | 9h15 | 3:45 PM Sitia | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Piraeus to Sitia
Ferries from Piraeus to Sitia run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 34m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $38 (€30) if you book in advance.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 203 nautical miles (376 km) distance in 8h 45m. There are 13 sailings per week. Ferries from Piraeus to Sitia are available to foot passengers.


Distance 203 nautical miles (376 km) |
Average sailing duration 10h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€30) |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 13 |
Fastest ferry 8h 45m |
First ferry 00:15 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) from Piraeus to SitiaYou can travel by ferry between Piraeus to Sitia with Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) for as low as $38 (€30). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
FAQs: Ferry from Piraeus to Sitia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Piraeus to Sitia 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 Sitia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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