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Ferries to Cyclades Islands
Popular Ferry Operators for Heraklion - Naxos
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The Heraklion to Naxos ferry route is provided by 3 operators and runs all year round. The ferry crossing from Crete to Naxos is approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes on ferries servicing this route. Crete to Naxos ferry duration can range between 3 hours 30 minutes and 3 hours 50 minutes depending on the operator you are sailing with.
On average there are 15 ferry sailings weekly from Heraklion to Naxos.
Minoan Lines provide 1 sailing per week, Golden Star Ferries provide 7 weekly sailings and SeaJets provide 7 weekly sailings. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables usually increase during the high season.
The first ferry departs around 08:40 and the last ferry departs at around 08:40. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferry from Crete to Naxos is with Golden Star Ferries in 3 hours and 30 minutes. There is a high speed ferry from Heraklion to Naxos via Superjet and Tera Jet, which are both available with SeaJets.
Yes, there are cabins available on ferries from Heraklion to Naxos with SeaJets and Minoan Lines.
Yes, SeaJets allow pets onboard the Heraklion to Naxos ferry. SeaJets provide pet-friendly cabins, which can comfortably accommodate up to 2 pets weighing a total of 30 kilograms. Please also ensure that your pet has been fully vaccinated before travelling and that you have proof with a health certificate.
Passengers travelling with SeaJets can take up to 50 kilograms of luggage per person. Those travelling with Minoan Lines can take up to 2 pieces of luggage and a bag.
Ferry price from Heraklion – Naxos can range between $171 and $538 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $222, prices can range between $171 and $448. The average price with a car is $367. Car prices can range between $217 and $1,069. Prices may vary for other vehicle types. All ferry prices can vary from season to season.
Prices subject to change, pricing representative of searches over last 30 days.
Find cheap ferry tickets using our deal finder. It is recommended to book in advance for the best possible prices and availability.
With 2 sailings per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. However, there are an alternative ferry to Naxos if you require additional flexibility including Athens to Naxos ferry.
| Crete (Heraklion) - Naxos Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Minoan Lines & SeaJets | |
| Average Price | $294* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 6 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 3h 41m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 3h 40m | |
| First Ferry | 08:00 | |
| Distance | 96 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-04-02.
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.
Naxos is a Greek island that lies in the Aegean Sea and is part of the Cyclades group of islands. The island has a rich and interesting history and has been ruled by a number of different civilisations during its history, including the Byzantine, Frankish and Venetians, all of which have left their mark on the island. The island has a flourishing agricultural economy thanks to its fertile terrain and visitors will see both olives and grapes being grown.
Popular attractions on the island, aside from its lovely beaches, tend to focus around Hora and include the Venetian Castle. Also popular with visitors are the island's villages, with one of the largest being Filoti which is situated next to Mount Zeus and Apiranthos which is next to Mount Fanari. Another popular way to spend time on the island is to take to one of the many trails on the island and to go hiking into the mountains.
The island's port is also located in Chora. From the port ferries depart to Piraeus (Athens) and to the other islands in the Cyclades.
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