The cheapest and fastest ferries from Sitia to Heraklion
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Sitia to Heraklion is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sitia to Heraklion will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Sitia for Heraklion on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct ferries cover the 88 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest ferries will take 2 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 bus and ferry for Sitia to Heraklion
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Sitia to Heraklion among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a ferry costs an average of €15.
Distance: 47 nautical miles (88 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Bus |
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€15 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sitia to Heraklion ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Sitia to Heraklion ferries for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:15 AM Sitia | 2h15 | 3:30 AM Heraklion | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Sitia to Heraklion
Ferries from Sitia to Heraklion run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:15, the last at 20:30. The fastest ferry covers the 47 nautical miles (88 km) distance in 2h 15m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Sitia to Heraklion are available to foot passengers.

Distance 47 nautical miles (88 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 2h 15m |
First ferry 01:15 |
Last ferry 20:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Sitia to HeraklionYou can travel by ferry between Sitia to Heraklion with Blue Star Ferries for as low as $15 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Sitia to Heraklion
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sitia to Heraklion 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 Heraklion, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Sitia, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Heraklion Port, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
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