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Santorini (Thira) to Crete (Heraklion) Ferry

There are approximately 4 weekly sailings from Santorini (Thira) to Crete (Heraklion). 2 operators sail this route Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets. Santorini (Thira) Crete (Heraklion) ferries cost between $97.34 and $613.91, 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 Santorini (Thira) Crete (Heraklion) ferries.

What is the ferry schedule from Santorini (Thira) to Crete (Heraklion)?

The Santorini (Thira) Crete (Heraklion) ferry typically departs from Santorini (Thira) at around 16:00.

How long is the ferry from Santorini (Thira) to Crete (Heraklion)?

The average duration of a Santorini (Thira) Crete (Heraklion) ferry is around 1h 39m. The fastest sailings are approximately 1h 35m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators, type of ship and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Santorini (Thira) Crete (Heraklion) Ferry Operator Schedules

On average, there are around 4 weekly ferry sailings from Santorini (Thira) to Crete (Heraklion). These sailings are provided by Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables may differ by season.

How much does the ferry cost from Santorini (Thira) to Crete (Heraklion)?

Santorini (Thira) Crete (Heraklion) ferry prices typically range between $97.34* and $613.91*. The average price is typically $310.84*. The cheapest Santorini (Thira) Crete (Heraklion) ferry prices start from $31.35*. The average price for a foot passenger is $304.71*. The average price for a car is $631.64*.

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

What is the distance from Santorini (Thira) to Crete (Heraklion)?

The distance between Santorini (Thira) and Crete (Heraklion) is approximately 68.0 miles (109.5km) or 59.1 nautical miles.

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

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

Are foot passengers allowed on the ferry from Santorini (Thira) to Crete (Heraklion)?

Foot passengers are allowed on ferries between between Santorini (Thira) and Crete (Heraklion) 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 Santorini (Thira) to Crete (Heraklion)?

Pets are welcome on board Santorini (Thira) Crete (Heraklion) ferries with SeaJets. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

Santorini (Thira) to Heraklion Ferry Alternatives

- Santorini (Thira) to Sitia

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Santorini (Thira) - Crete (Heraklion) Route summary
Departure Country	Greece
Destination Country	Greece
No. of Operators	2
Operators	Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets
Average Price	A$310*
Average Weekly Sailings	4
Average Sailing Duration	1h 39m
Fastest Sailing Duration	1h 35m
First Ferry	16:00
Last Ferry	23:50
Distance	59 nautical miles

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

How long is the ferry from Thira to Heraklion?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Thira to Heraklion is approximately 2h 40m. This is a rough guide for ferry duration as it can differ on type of ship and operator.

How much is the ferry from Thira to Heraklion?

The average price of a ferry from Thira to Heraklion is approximately 181 €. The price is typically a bit higher during peak season. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Thira to Heraklion?

Thira to Heraklion is operated by 3 ferry companies. The operators that provide this service are

Blue Star Ferries
SeaJets
Cyclades Fast Ferries

How can I book ferry tickets from Thira to Heraklion?

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

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Thira to Heraklion?

Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger from Thira to Heraklion with

Blue Star Ferries
SeaJets
Cyclades Fast Ferries

Can you take your car on the ferry from Thira to Heraklion?

Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Thira to Heraklion with

Blue Star Ferries
SeaJets
Cyclades Fast Ferries

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Thira to Heraklion?

Yes, pets are allowed onboard the ferry from Thira to Heraklion. However, you may require a pet passport and other documentation. Please read the operators pet guidelines. The following operators currently allow pets on the ferry

SeaJets

How far is Heraklion from Thira?

The distance between Thira to Heraklion is approximately 59 nautical miles.

Santorini (Thira) Guide

Located in the southern Aegean Sea is the Greek island of Santorini and lies around 200 km to the south east of the Greek mainland. It forms part of the Cycladic group of islands and is the only location in Europe to have a hot desert climate. A popular pastime for visitors to Santorini is to take a cruise to the island's three islets, which were created in ancient times during a volcanic eruption. The islets are called Nea Kammeni, Palea Kammeni and Thirassia and provide an excellent vantage point for visitors to see the volcano, being located to the west of the island. The island's capital is Fira and is full of typical Cycladic houses with whitewashed walls, blue domed churches and stepped streets full of shops, cafes, restaurants and bars.

The island of Santorini has two ports. The main port is Athinios, where all the ferry and commercial boats arrive. There is also the Old Port which is mostly used for cruise ships. From the main port, ferries can be taken to Piraeus, Rafina and to the other islands in the Cyclades. Both conventional and high speed ferries operate on these routes.

Heraklion Guide

Located on the Greek island of Crete, Heraklion is the island's largest city and is one of the main urban centres in Greece. The city can trace its history back to at least the 9th century AD when its development began and then later came under the influence of the Arabs, the Venetians and the Ottomans. Popular sites in the city with tourists include the fortification walls that are essentially the boundary of the old city. These were first built by the Arabs and then reinforced by the Venetians. From the seven bastions, only the Martinengo bastion survives to this day and is where visitors will find the tomb of the renowned writer N. Kazantzakis, overlooking the city. The city was also a venue during the 2004 Olympic Games, and hosted games of the football tournament.

Located in the city's old port, visitors can still see the vaulted tarsanades where ships used to be built and also the 16th century Koule Fortress. From the port, ferries depart to destinations including Santorini, Ios, Paros, Mykonos and Rhodes. There are also ferry services to the Greek mainland port of Piraeus.