Ferries from Crete to Athens

Ferry from Crete to Athens

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

There are a combined number of 55 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 (Athens (Piraeus)).

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

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Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines & SeaJets provide the ferries from Crete to Athens, with around 19 times per week. Ferry schedules can vary by season and operator.

How long is the ferry from Crete to Athens?

Crete Athens ferry time can range from 7 hours 30 minutes to 18 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 Crete to Athens?

The fastest ferry from Crete to Athens in approximately 7 hours 30 minutes with SeaJets on the Heraklion Piraeus ferry.

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

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

What is the distance between Crete and Athens?

The distance between Crete and Athens is 193.9 miles (312.1km) and 168.5 nautical miles from the nearest destination ports.

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

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

Heraklion to Piraeus Ferries

The Heraklion to Piraeus ferry sails approximately 1 times daily and up to 9 weekly with a crossing time of 9 hours 33 minutes.

Heraklion to Piraeus Ferries

Ferries from Chania to Piraeus sail about 1 times daily and up to 6 weekly with a sailing time of 9 hours .

Ferry Offers from Crete to Athens

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