There are currently 4 operators sailing 4 routes, for ferries from Athens to Crete. Sailing frequency can vary throughout the year and tends to have seasonal peaks.
The crossing time by ferry from Athens to Crete ranges between routes, operators and ships. Piraeus - Heraklion on average approximately takes 8hr 30m. The distance from Piraeus to Heraklion is approximately 172 nautical miles. Sailings from Piraeus - Chania take on average 8 hours.
The fastest ferry from Athens to Crete is from Piraeus. The distance from Piraeus to Chania is 147 nautical miles (272km) with a crossing time of approximately 8 hours. Minoan Lines and Anek Superfast offer this route with 17 weekly sailings combined.
The following operators sail from Athens to Crete: Anek Superfast, Minoan Lines, Anek Lines and SeaJets. Timetables vary depending on the ferry company. Check the latest ferry timetables between Athens and Crete with just a few clicks using our deal finder.
The average price on Piraeus - Heraklion is around $114. However, the prices start from as little as $34. Prices can vary depending on the route, operator, departure time and season, we recommend using our deal finder for live prices.
The following operators accept vehicles on ferries from Piraeus – Heraklion: Anek Superfast, Anek Lines and Minoan Lines. Not all ships will accept vehicles, check out our Deal Finder for the latest sailing availability, for traveling with vehicles.
The following routes sail between Athens and Crete: Piraeus – Heraklion, Piraeus – Chania, Piraeus – Sitia, Piraeus – Kissamos.
Some routes are seasonal, whereas others sail year round. To get the most up to date sailing information for ferries from Athens to Crete search in our Deal Finder.
Crete is the largest and most populous island in Greece, situated in the Mediterranean Sea, slightly southeast of the mainland
Known for its varied landscapes comprising fertile valleys, stunning beaches and the famous White Mountains found alongside idyllic harbours and sleepy villages, Crete has beautiful backdrops around every corner.
Numerous time-honoured traditions remain fundamental to Cretan culture, including Easter feasts, playing stringed instruments called ‘lyra’ and performing spectacular local dances. Some Greeks even say Crete could be its own country due to its diverse terrain and the unique way of life.
There are many domestic ferry routes departing the mainland and surrounding archipelagos in the Aegean Sea, arriving at the five Cretan ports on the north coast, including the capital, Heraklion. These sailings have varying journey times and are run by multiple operators, so there’s ample choice when it comes to reaching Crete by ferry.
| From | To | Average price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piraeus, Athens | Heraklion, Crete | $251.94Average price | |
| Piraeus, Athens | Chania, Crete | $235.89Average price | |
| Piraeus, Athens | Sitia, Crete | $98.61Average price |
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