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Crete (Heraklion) to Athens (Piraeus) Ferry

There are around 1 daily and 8 weekly sailings from Crete (Heraklion) to Athens (Piraeus). 2 operators sail this route Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets. Crete (Heraklion) Athens (Piraeus) ferries cost between $70.31 and $524.66, depending on booking details. Prices exclude any service fees. Please note that ferry schedules can vary by season and operator. We recommend that you use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Crete (Heraklion) Athens (Piraeus) ferries.

What is the ferry schedule from Crete (Heraklion) to Athens (Piraeus)?

The earliest Crete (Heraklion) Athens (Piraeus) ferry sailings typically depart Crete (Heraklion) at around 04:30. The last ferry usually departs at 23:45.

How long is the ferry from Crete (Heraklion) to Athens (Piraeus)?

The average duration of a Crete (Heraklion) Athens (Piraeus) ferry is around 9h 33m. The fastest sailings are approximately 7h 30m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators, type of ship and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Crete (Heraklion) Athens (Piraeus) Ferry Operator Schedules

There are an average of 1 daily sailings and up to 8 weekly ferry sailings from Crete (Heraklion) to Athens (Piraeus). These sailings are provided by Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.

How much does the ferry cost from Crete (Heraklion) to Athens (Piraeus)?

Crete (Heraklion) Athens (Piraeus) ferry prices typically range between $70.31* and $524.66*. The average price is typically $182.63*. The cheapest Crete (Heraklion) Athens (Piraeus) ferry prices start from $55.14*. The average price for a foot passenger is $128.68*. The average price for a car is $262.17*.

Pricing will vary depending on the number of passengers, vehicle type, route, and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.

What is the distance from Crete (Heraklion) to Athens (Piraeus)?

The distance between Crete (Heraklion) and Athens (Piraeus) is approximately 193.9 miles (312.1km) or 168.5 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Crete (Heraklion) to Athens (Piraeus) with a car?

Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets allow cars to travel on Crete (Heraklion) Athens (Piraeus) ferries. Use our Deal Finder to get the latest pricing for car ferries between Crete (Heraklion) and Athens (Piraeus).

Are foot passengers allowed on the ferry from Crete (Heraklion) to Athens (Piraeus)?

Foot passengers are allowed on ferries between between Crete (Heraklion) and Athens (Piraeus) with Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets. Please note that the availability of foot passenger services may vary between ferry operators. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for foot passenger ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Crete (Heraklion) to Athens (Piraeus)?

Currently, you can not bring your pets on ferries from Crete (Heraklion) to Athens (Piraeus).

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Crete (Heraklion) - Athens (Piraeus) Route summary
Departure Country	Greece
Destination Country	Greece
No. of Operators	2
Operators	Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets
Average Price	A$180*
Average Daily Sailings	1
Average Weekly Sailings	8
Average Sailing Duration	9h 33m
Fastest Sailing Duration	7h 30m
First Ferry	04:30
Last Ferry	23:45
Distance	168 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

How long is the ferry from Heraklion to Piraeus?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Heraklion to Piraeus is approximately 9h 16m. This is a rough guide for ferry duration as it can differ on type of ship and operator.

How much is the ferry from Heraklion to Piraeus?

The average price of a ferry from Heraklion to Piraeus is approximately 150 €. The price is typically a bit higher during peak season. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Heraklion to Piraeus?

Heraklion to Piraeus is operated by 5 ferry companies. The operators that provide this service are

Minoan Lines
Anek Superfast
Anek Superfast
Cyclades Fast Ferries
SeaJets

How can I book ferry tickets from Heraklion to Piraeus?

Ferries from Heraklion to Piraeus are available for booking through our deal finder, with live prices, timetables and operators.

How far is Piraeus from Heraklion?

The distance between Heraklion to Piraeus is approximately 168 nautical miles.

Heraklion Guide

The Greek city of Heraklion is the capital and largest city on the island of Crete. A popular visitor attraction near the city is Knossos, which is around 5 km from Heraklion. This important archaeological site was the Palace of King Minos and home to the Minotaur, if legend is to be believed. The palace was built over the remains of a former Neolithic settlement in around 1900 BC.

An important attraction in the city itself is the Archaeological Museum which can be found on one corner of the central Eleftherias Square, in a converted power station. The museum collects and displays many artefacts from Knossos, Archanes, Phaestos, Zakros and many other important archaeological sites on the island. The museum's collection spans several thousand years and includes the Phaestos disc, classic Hellenic and Roman sculptures, frescos, jewellery, wall paintings and pottery.

Visitors to Heraklion can take a ferry from the port, which is important for both passenger services and cargo, to destinations including Santorini, Ios, Paros, Mykonos and Rhodes. There are also daily sailings to the mainland port of Piraeus.

Athens (Piraeus) Guide

The Greek city and port of Piraeus is one of the largest ports in the whole of the Mediterranean, and the third largest in the world, and has become a major hub for the ferry network that spans the Aegean Sea. Piraeus is an important city in its own right despite the fact that it is frequently considered to be a suburb of Athens, the Greek capital, which is only a very short distance away. Despite its proximity to Athens, Piraeus' waterfront has its own distinct appearance and visitors will see that the most appealing parts of the city are located around its eastern quarter, alongside both Mikrolimano Harbour and Zea Marina. A popular event in Piraeus is the Ecocinema International Film Festival which is held annually in late February and is where a number of films are screened at the Atticon Cinema and the Cineac Cinema, which are both located in the city's Town Hall Square.

Full of restaurants, bars and nightclubs, the waterfront district was greatly redeveloped in time for the Athens Olympics and as a result a new harbour front promenade was created that is lined with trees and passes the medieval city walls. The walls serve as a reminder and as an insight into the city's rich past.

Heraklion to Piraeus Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 18/11/2024 and 24/11/2024

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries	11:15	20:20	9 hours 5 minutes	Sat
Blue Star Ferries	21:00	06:15	9 hours 15 minutes	Everyday
Minoan Lines	21:00	06:30	9 hours 30 minutes	Everyday
Blue Star Ferries	23:45	10:30	10 hours 45 minutes	Mon