Syros - Heraklion
Ferries to Crete
Syros - Heraklion
Ferries to Crete
On average there are 5 weekly sailings between Syros to Crete (Heraklion). This Syros Crete (Heraklion) ferry is operated by
The first Syros Crete (Heraklion) ferry typically departs from Syros at about 09:15.
The Syros Crete (Heraklion) ferry sails in around 6h 40m. The fastest sailings are approximately 5h 10m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.
On average, there are around 5 weekly ferry sailings from Syros to Crete (Heraklion). These sailings are provided by SeaJets. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables may differ by season.
Syros Crete (Heraklion) ferry prices typically range between $206.98* and $489.34*. The average price is typically $217.08*. The cheapest Syros Crete (Heraklion) ferry prices start from $205.74*. The average price for a foot passenger is $209.34*. The average price for a car is $489.34*.
Pricing will vary depending on the number of booking factors such as passengers, vehicle type, route, and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The distance between Syros and Crete (Heraklion) is approximately 132.0 miles (212.5km) or 114.7 nautical miles.
Yes, cars are allowed on ferries with
Yes, foot passengers can board the ferry from Syros to Crete (Heraklion) with SeaJets. Please note that the availability of foot passenger services may vary between ferry operators. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for foot passenger ferries.
Currently, pets can not travel on board the ferries from Syros to Crete (Heraklion).
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| Syros - Crete (Heraklion) Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | SeaJets | |
| Average Price | $217* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 5 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 6h 40m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 5h 10m | |
| First Ferry | 09:15 | |
| Last Ferry | 11:40 | |
| Distance | 114 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
The ferry schedule to Syros has up to 223 ferries running per week, across 40 different ferry routes, and provided by 4 separate operators, so there is not one single ferry timetable on offer here. Indeed, ferry timetables can be affected by several different factors, such as seasonal changes, different ferry routes, changes made by the ferry operators, and other such factors, but here at Direct Ferries, we will always give you the most up-to-date information regarding ferry sailings, so you can find the best ferry at the best time for you.
Ferry sail durations to Syros can take anywhere between 25 minutes, to 2 hours and 25 minutes, to 4 hours and 35 minutes, to 6 hours and 45 minutes, to 9 hours and 25 minutes, to 11 hours and 10 minutes, to 15 hours and 40 minutes, to 19 hours, to 21 hours and 15 minutes, and these variations in sail times can be due to many different reasons. These can include different ferry routes, changes to the ferry routes, different ferry operators, changes made by the ferry operators, and external factors such as weather conditions at the time of sail, so be sure to check before you book what your expected sail time will be.
How much the ferry to Syros will cost is defined by many distinct factors, such as what time of year you are travelling, which ferry route you are travelling on, which ferry operator you are travelling with, how you are travelling, and so on, so there are multiple ferry fares on offer here. Instead, we recommend checking out our helpful fare finder tool, to find the best ferry at the best price for you, and be sure to sign up to our email newsletter, to be the first to hear about our latest deals and offers.
At Syros ferry port, you will find many of the modern amenities that you may need when docking, such as a waiting area, luggage storage, information terminals, and there is also plenty of access to the rest of the island from this port, with a taxi rank located outside the port, and access to public buses that run across the entire island.
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.
