Koufonissi - Heraklion
Ferries to Crete
Koufonissi - Heraklion
Ferries to Crete
Typically 1 daily ferry sailing run between Koufonissi to Crete (Heraklion). This ferry route is operated by
Koufonissi Crete (Heraklion) ferry sailings typically depart from Koufonissi at around 12:35. The average sailing time is approximately 5h 26m.
Koufonissi Crete (Heraklion) ferry prices typically range between $175* and $603*. The average price is typically $341*. The cheapest Koufonissi Crete (Heraklion) ferry prices start from $154*. The average price for a foot passenger is $341*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times.
The distance between Koufonissi to Crete (Heraklion) is approximately 104.1 miles (167.5km) or 90.4 nautical miles for the mariners!
No ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel onboard between Koufonissi and Crete (Heraklion).
Yes, foot passengers can travel with
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| Koufonissi - Crete (Heraklion) Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | SeaJets | |
| Average Price | $341* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 7 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 5h 26m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 5h 25m | |
| First Ferry | 12:35 | |
| Last Ferry | 12:40 | |
| Distance | 90 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-09-04.
Koufonissi is a small island belonging to Greece, and a former community in the Cyclades. The island got its name of Koufonissi, which is literally translated as ‘Hollow Islands’, due to the many huge caves that are dotted around the shores, giving the impression to pirates that the islands were hollow. The island is popular for those that are looking for a relaxing holiday on the beach, basking in the sun and admiring the beautiful landscapes. There are no bars or clubs on Koufonissi; any noise heard in the evening will be from the conversations of diners enjoying the delicious food and ambience of the restaurants. There are no cars on the island, therefore all visitors are required to travel by foot. Fortunately it is small enough to walk across in just about a day, with the main beaches being in relatively close proximity to each other. For the more adventurous, there are boat excursions on offer throughout the day, allowing visitors the chance to swim around the azure waters of the Aegean Sea. The ferry routes from the port cross to several of the other Greek islands; they are typically very short with the majority lasting under an hour, and the longest taking around four hours.
The capital city on the island of Crete, Heraklion is also the largest city on the island, and is known for its deep history, and strong links to many other islands across the Aegean Sea.
Heraklion ferries are operated by Cyclades Fast Ferries, SeaJets, Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Anek Superfast connecting Crete, Greece with 13 destinations. Heraklion Ferries sail around 13 times a day and up to 67 times a week.
Heraklion ferries sail to Naxos, Ios, Santorini (Thira), Syros, Kasos, Paros, Milos, Athens (Piraeus), Karpathos, Tinos, Rhodes, Mykonos, Sitia.
The price of a ferry from Heraklion starts at around $445.43. Heraklion ferries can range between $445.43 and $34.76 depending on various factors such as the route, season, operator and type of ship.
The fastest ferry from Heraklion is on the Heraklion - Santorini (Thira) ferry in 1h 50m with Cyclades Fast Ferries and SeaJets.
Car ferries do sail from Heraklion and are operated by SeaJets, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Blue Star Ferries, Anek Superfast. View our Deal Finder to compare car ferry prices and tickets.
Foot passengers can travel on ferries from Heraklion with SeaJets, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Blue Star Ferries, Anek Superfast.
You can take your pet on the ferry from Heraklion with SeaJets, Minoan Lines. For more information about pet accommodation and fees please view our Deal Finder.
Cabins are available on some ferry routes from Heraklion. Operators that have cabins on ferries from Heraklion include SeaJets, Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Anek Superfast. Check our Deal Finder for the best option for you.
At Heraklion, there have been many efforts recently to help modernise the port, so there are plenty of facilities here to help you with your journey. At the port, you will find plenty of seating areas, as well as luggage storage, Wi-Fi, a small café, and there is also a small car park outside, as well as a taxi rank to take you to other destinations across the island.
