Rethymno - Heraklion
Ferries to Crete
Rethymno - Heraklion
Ferries to Crete
Typically 1 daily ferry sailing run between Rethymno to Crete (Heraklion). This ferry route is operated by
Rethymno Crete (Heraklion) ferry sailings typically depart from Rethymno at around 08:00. The average sailing time is approximately 9h 54m.
Rethymno Crete (Heraklion) ferry prices typically range between $229* and $373*. The average price is typically $315*. The cheapest Rethymno Crete (Heraklion) ferry prices start from $164*. The average price for a foot passenger is $315*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times.
The distance between Rethymno to Crete (Heraklion) is approximately 45.7 miles (73.5km) or 39.7 nautical miles for the mariners!
No ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel onboard between Rethymno and Crete (Heraklion).
Yes, foot passengers can travel with
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| Rethymno - Crete (Heraklion) Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | SeaJets | |
| Average Price | $315* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 1 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 9h 54m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 9h 50m | |
| First Ferry | 08:00 | |
| Distance | 39 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-07-02.
Located between the popular regions of Heraklion and Chania is the beautiful historic town of Rethymno, the third largest town on the island of Crete in Greece. Rethymno is a place of outstanding natural wealth and a variation of landscapes, with flourishing valleys, harsh mountains and rocky shores following long sandy beaches. The east side of the region is mostly mountainous while the northern and southern coasts are dotted with fabulous beaches which are pretty popular in summer. The city of Rethymno is one of the best preserved medieval towns in Greece, with Venetian fortification works, orthodox and catholic churches, mosques, grand Venetian mansions, arches and cobbled streets all together, creating this wondrous traditional atmosphere. The Venetian port is probably one of the most popular spots of the Town. This small port was of great strategic importance during the Venetian period and has undergone numerous constructions since 1300. Nowadays, the port is lined up by cafes and delicious restaurants where you can enjoy the secrets of the Cretan cuisine.
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.
