Ferries from Athens to Crete

Ferry from Athens to Crete

There are numerous ferry crossings operating from Athens to Crete. Ferries currently connect 1 Ports in Athens with 4 Ports in Crete.

There are a combined number of 61 ferry crossings each week across a selection of 4 ferry routes which are operated by 5 ferry companies including Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, SeaJets & Anek Superfast with the shortest crossing taking around 0 minutes (Heraklion).

This is a general summary of the services on offer between Athens and Crete, for live information select from our Fare Search.

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Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines & SeaJets provide the ferries from Athens to Crete, with around 21 times per week. Ferry schedules can vary by season and operator.

How long is the ferry from Athens to Crete?

Athens Crete ferry time can range from 8 hours to 15 hours . Ferry duration can vary by ferry route, operator, and whether the ship is a conventional or high speed ferry.

Is there a fast ferry to Athens to Crete?

The fastest ferry from Athens to Crete in approximately 8 hours with Blue Star Ferries on the Piraeus Chania ferry.

Can I take a car on the ferry from Athens to Crete?

Yes, passengers can take a car on Athens Crete ferries with Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines & SeaJets.

What is the distance between Athens and Crete?

The distance between Athens and Crete is 155.6 miles (250.4km) and 135.2 nautical miles from the nearest destination ports.

What is the price of a ferry from Athens to Crete?

Ferry prices from Athens to Crete ranges on booking factors such as route, operator, season and vessel.

Piraeus to Heraklion Ferries

The Piraeus to Heraklion ferry sails approximately 2 times daily and up to 14 weekly with a crossing time of 9 hours 29 minutes.

Piraeus to Heraklion Ferries

Ferries from Piraeus to Chania sail about 1 times daily and up to 8 weekly with a sailing time of 8 hours 36 minutes.

Ferry Offers from Athens to Crete

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