1
Choose your preferred language. We speak English and 42 other languages.
International Sites
Ferry from Athens to Crete
Home / Europe / Crete / Ferries from Athens to Crete
Open Ticket??

Open tickets are valid for up to 12 months from booking date (see ticket conditions).

Open Ticket?

Open tickets are valid for up to 12 months from booking date (see ticket conditions).

Trip Details
Outbound
Return Trip
Why use Direct Ferries?
category
Ferries from 4412 routes and 901 ports worldwide
category
Trusted by over 2.5 million customers
category
We arrange over 1.2 million ferry crossings / year
category
We check up to 1 million prices for our customers daily

Ferries from Athens to Crete sail approximately 39 times per week and are operated by Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines & SeaJets. 

How long is the ferry from Athens to Crete? 

Athens to Crete ferry sail durations can take between 5 hours 45 minutes and 15 hours depending on the ferry operator, the route taken and weather conditions.  

Athens to Crete Fast Ferry

The fastest ferry from Athens to Crete takes around 5 hours 45 minutes on the Athens (Piraeus) Heraklion (Crete) ferry with SeaJets.  

Can I travel by car on the Athens to Crete ferry? 

Yes, you can travel by car on the ferry from Athens to Crete with Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines & SeaJets. 

How far is it from Athens to Crete? 

The distance between Athens and Crete is 173 miles (278km) and 150 nautical miles. 

Athens to Crete Ferry Prices

Athens to Crete ferry prices can vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.

Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Heraklion

The Athens (Piraeus) to Heraklion ferry ferry sails approximately 27 times weekly with a crossing time of 9 hours 25 minutes.

Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Chania

Athens (Piraeus) to Chania ferry ferries sail about 7 times weekly with a sailing time of 9 hours 15 minutes.

Athens to Crete Ferry Offers and Discounts 

We recommend booking in advance for the cheapest ferry prices and availability. Visit our Special Offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts.

How to book ferry tickets from Athens to Crete 

Book and compare Athens Crete ferry tickets, operators, timetables and prices using our Deal Finder.
 

Ferries from Athens to Crete

About Crete

Crete is the largest and most populous island in Greece, situated in the Mediterranean Sea, slightly southeast of the mainland Known for its varied landscapes comprising fertile valleys, stunning beaches and the famous White Mountains found alongside idyllic harbours and sleepy villages, Crete has beautiful backdrops around every corner. Numerous time-honoured traditions remain fundamental to Cretan culture, including Easter feasts, playing stringed instruments called ‘lyra’ and performing spectacular local dances. Some Greeks even say Crete could be its own country due to its diverse terrain and the unique way of life. There are many domestic ferry routes departing the mainland and surrounding archipelagos in the Aegean Sea, arriving at the five Cretan ports on the north coast, including the capital, Heraklion. These sailings have varying journey times and are run by multiple operators, so there’s ample choice when it comes to reaching Crete by ferry.

Customer Service

Need help?

Visit our customer service page to find useful information on travelling by ferry, our FAQs, and how to contact us for help with your booking