The Heraklion to Santorini ferry route is provided by 5 operators and runs all year round. The ferry crossing from Crete to Santorini is approximately 1 hour and 56 minutes on ferries servicing this route. The duration for the Heraklion to Santorini ferry can range between 1 hour 50 minutes and 6 hours 25 minutes depending on the operator you are sailing with.
There are 29 weekly sailings from Heraklion to Santorini. SeaJets provide up to 2 weekly sailings, Golden Star Ferries provide up to 7 weekly sailings, Anek Lines provide 1 weekly sailing, while Minoan Lines and Cyclades Fast Ferries each provide up to 3 weekly sailings. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables usually increase during the high season.
The first ferry leaves Heraklion at approximately 01:30 and the last ferry leaves at approximately 09:40. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferry from Heraklion to Santorini is with SeaJets and Golden Star Ferries in approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes.
The fastest ferries from Heraklion to Santorini (Thira) usually cost around $427.
There are ferries that sail overnight from Heraklion to Santorini. The first overnight sailing from Heraklion usually departs at 01:30.
Yes, there are cabins on a ferry from Crete to Santorini. Passengers can choose from a range of accommodation onboard including 4-berth ensuite cabins.
Yes, pets are welcome on the ferry from Heraklion to Santorini with SeaJets and Anek Lines. Please ensure that your pet has had the appropriate vaccinations before travelling and have proof of such with a medical certificate.
Passengers travelling with SeaJets and Blue Star Ferries can take a maximum of 50 kilograms of luggage per person. Cyclades Fast Ferries don't have a fixed luggage policy, but we advise that you don't exceed 50 kilograms to avoid any complications.
The price of a ferry from Heraklion to Santorini can range between $173 and $690 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $347, prices can range between $173 and $632. The average price with a car is $610. Car prices can range between $282 and $1,023. Prices may vary for other vehicle types.
Prices subject to change, pricing representative of searches over last 30 days. Please be aware that prices do not include booking fees.
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The best way to get from Crete to Santorini is by ferry. With 2 sailings per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. There are alternative ferries from Crete to Santorini including the Sitia to Santorini ferry.
First class is available on ferries from Heraklion to Santorini (Thira) with Anek Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Minoan Lines and SeaJets.
You can easily take a day trip from Crete to Santorini by catching the 07:00 ferry, which will arrive in Santorini at approximately 08:56. You can also bring your own vehicle onboard this service so you can explore the island at your own leisure. The last ferry back to Heraklion departs at 22:45.
| Crete (Heraklion) - Santorini (Thira) Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 5 | |
| Operators | Anek Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Minoan Lines & SeaJets | |
| Average Price | $247* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 2 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 14 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 2h 3m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 1h 50m | |
| First Ferry | 01:30 | |
| Last Ferry | 23:00 | |
| Distance | 59 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. Heraklion has the third largest port in all of Greece, serving over a million passengers each year. Heraklion ferry port is located on the north coast of Crete, only a short walk from the city centre and 145km east of Chania.
The port of Heraklion is easily accessible by public transport, with the 91 public bus dropping passengers directly outside the terminal building. Blue local buses to the Heraklion Airport are available from Bus Station A near the port. Alternatively, there is a taxi rank located opposite the passenger terminal.
Heraklion Port has a variety of different facilities including a duty-free shop, cafes, a small market, storage lockers, free WiFi, ATMs and an information desk. The port address is PI. Kountourioti, Iraklio 712 02, Greece.
Heraklion ferry port is easily accessible from most of Crete via public transport and taxi. Luckily, the passenger terminal is only a 15-minute walk along the seafront from the historic old town. There are also taxis available 24/7 which will take you directly to the ferry terminal building.
Thira is the official name of the island of Santorini and is located in the southern Aegean Sea, about 200 km southeast of mainland Greece. Thira is essentially what remained after an enormous volcanic explosion that destroyed the earliest settlements on a formerly single island and created the current geological caldera.
Thira ferry port, otherwise known as Athinios Ferry Port, is located on the west coast of Santorini, only 8km away from the main town of Thera. Passengers arriving at the ferry port can expect to find a wide range of facilities including cafes, restaurants, toilets and disabled access throughout the terminal building. There is car rental agency outside the port along with a valet car parking service which is open 24 hours. The address of the port is Ormos Athinios, Greece.
You can either get a ferry or a plane from Crete to Santorini. The most convenient way of travelling from Crete to Santorini is by ferry. The Champion Jet catamaran can reach very high speeds and will get passengers to their destination in just less than 2 hours.
Timetables between 4/22/2024 and 4/28/2024
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Ferries | 01:30 | 05:55 | 4 hours 25 minutes | Tue |
| Blue Star Ferries | 05:15 | 08:10 | 2 hours 55 minutes | Sat |
| SeaJets | 08:00 | 09:50 | 1 hour 50 minutes | Everyday |
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