Ferry from Crete (All Ports) to Heraklion, Crete

Here is all the information you need about the ferry route from Crete (All Ports) to Heraklion, Crete. On this page you can find details about the various ports and destinations, the ferry companies offering trips, as well as ferry ticket prices and travel times.

Heraklion (or Iraklio) is the capital city of Crete, which is the largest island in Greece. There’s a medieval city center and one-of-a-kind archeological history here, such as the Palace of Knossos. In addition, there are plenty of dining, shopping and nightlife options. This is an ideal destination spot for both families and groups of friends. It is located approximately 17.46 miles away from Crete (All Ports).
Getting back and forth from Crete (All Ports) to Heraklion, Crete is easy as ferries can be found all year round from 2 of the ports of Crete (All Ports).

There are ferry companies operating from Sitia, Crete to Heraklion, Crete.
The port of Sitia is located in the northeastern part of Lassithi, Crete. It has frequent ferry connections with many ports. For instance, Piraeus, Karpathos, Kasos, Heraklion, Milos, Santorini, Rhodes, and Halki can be reached with the ferry company Aegeon Pelagos.
In addition, you can book a ferry from Rethymno, Crete to Heraklion, Crete. The Port of Rethimno, is located in northern Crete and is connected by ferry to Santorini, Antikythira, Kythira and the port of Piraeus in Athens. Once you arrive in Rethimno you will find many traditional taverns, and fun cafes scattered amongst the historic Venetian walls.

The route Sitia, Crete to Heraklion, Crete is only operated by Blue Star Ferries. This route is operated all year round. Tickets for this route are available for passengers as well as vehicles, such as cars and motor bikes. The trip duration from Sitia, Crete to Heraklion, Crete is 2h 24m.
This route is currently operated as direct trip without any stops at other islands.
There is only 1 scheduled ferry crossing between Sitia, Crete and Heraklion, Crete per week all year round. So, keep this in mind when planning your trip!

There is only 1 scheduled ferry crossing between Rethymno, Crete and Heraklion, Crete per week all year round. So, keep this in mind when planning your trip!