On average the Santorini to Crete ferry time is 6 h 25 min covering the 87 mile (140 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or traveling on weekends and holidays.

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The cheapest ferries from Santorini to Crete

Showing times and prices for Mar 31

Cheapest

€26

Average

€54

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Santorini to Crete is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Aegeon Pelagos

10:45AMSantorini23h30 10:15AMCrete

0 transfers

€261One-way

Seajets

01:30PMSantorini29h30 07:00PMCrete

0 transfers

€811One-way

Ferry schedule from Santorini to Crete

Showing ferries for tomorrow, Friday, March 31

Aegeon Pelagos

10:45AMSantorini23h30 10:15AMCrete

0 transfers

Seajets

01:30PMSantorini29h30 07:00PMCrete

0 transfers

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Fastest ferry times from Santorini to Crete

Showing times and prices for Mar 31

Fastest Journey

23 h 30 m

Average

1d 2 h 30 m

Ferries per day

Distance

141 km

Of the 2 ferries that leave Santorini for Crete every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Aegeon Pelagos

10:45AMSantorini23h30 10:15AMCrete

0 transfers

€261One-way

Seajets

01:30PMSantorini29h30 07:00PMCrete

0 transfers

€811One-way

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Overview: Ferry from Santorini to Crete

	Distance	87 miles (140 km)
	Average ferry duration	6 h 25 min
	Average ferry ticket price	$84 (€73)
	Direct ferry	Yes
	Ferry operators	Fast Ferries, Seajets, Aegeon Pelagos, Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) or Anek - Superfast

Ferries from Santorini to Crete cover the 87 miles (140 km) long trip taking on average 6 h 25 min with our travel partners like Fast Ferries, Seajets, Aegeon Pelagos, Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) or Anek - Superfast. There are direct ferry services available. You can get the cheapest ferry tickets for this route for as low as $29 (€25), but the average price of ferry tickets is $84 (€73).

Ferry operators: Seajets, Fast Ferries and Anek - Superfast from Santorini to Crete

Seajets, Fast Ferries and Anek - Superfast ferries will get you between Santorini and Crete from $29 (€25). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best ferry times and tickets for your trip.

Anek - Superfast

Seajets

Fast Ferries

Anek Lines is a Greek-Italian ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries and high-speed vessels between Greece, Italy and Cyprus. Anek Lines operates a fleet of six ships, providing services on several routes such as: Patras - Ancona, Igoumenitsa - Ancona, Piraeus - Heraklion - Chania and Piraeus - Limassol - Larnaca.

Seajets is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of high-speed catamaran ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Seajets operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands. They offer frequent daily departures and a wide range of routes, making it a convenient and efficient way to travel between the islands.

Fast Ferries is a Greek company that operates high-speed ferry services in the Aegean Sea. They offer regular services between the Greek mainland and the islands of the Cyclades, such as Mykonos and Santorini, as well as services between the islands of the northeastern Aegean, like Lesvos and Chios. The company's fleet is composed of modern and fast vessels, which can reduce travel time between islands and make the trip more comfortable for passengers. They offer amenities like seating areas, cafes, and shops on board.

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Omio customers have found the cheapest ferries from Santorini to Crete to cost as little as $29 (€25) in the next 7 days.

In the next 7 days you can expect to pay on average $84 (€73) for a ferry ticket from Santorini to Crete.

When traveling this route you should expect the distance from Santorini to Crete by ferry to be approximately 87 miles (140 km).

On average the Santorini to Crete ferry time is 6 h 25 min covering the 87 mile (140 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or traveling on weekends and holidays.

For the best Santorini to Crete ferry to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Fast Ferries, Seajets, Aegeon Pelagos, Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) or Anek - Superfast. However, it's always good to check all possible ferry operators with services from Santorini to Crete to compare what amenities they may offer.

Yes, you can look for direct ferries from Santorini to Crete with Aegeon Pelagos without needing to transfer at another stop in between. Taking a direct ferry tends to save you time getting you to your destination, so it's worth paying attention to this when booking a ticket for this trip.

The earliest ferry for this route departs from Santorini at 4: 45 AM. The last ferry leaves from Santorini at 9: 25 PM. Check Omio for the latest ferry schedule from Santorini to Crete and book the best time to depart on your chosen travel date.

If you buy a ferry ticket from Santorini to Crete within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average $84 (€73) one way. However, we recommend booking your ferry in advance to get access to the best prices. Ferry tickets from Santorini to Crete are generally on sale a few months before the planned departure date.

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