Ferries from
Athens to Crete
Ferries from
Athens to Crete
Ferries from Athens to Crete are available with 4 operators. There are 5 ferry routes. Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Heraklion and Athens (Piraeus) to Chania are popular ferry trips from Athens to Crete. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from Athens to Crete sail approximately 42 times per week and are available with Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries & SeaJets.
The ferry from Athens to Crete takes between 5 hours 25 minutes and 35 hours depending on the ferry route, operator, and ship that you choose.
The fastest ferry from Athens to Crete is on the Athens (Piraeus) to Chania ferry with SeaJets in 5 hours 25 minutes.
Yes, there are car ferries available from Athens to Crete with Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries & SeaJets.
There are approximately 156 miles (250km) and 135 nautical miles between Athens and Crete.
The price of a ferry from Athens to Crete can differ by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry.
The Athens (Piraeus) to Heraklion ferry ferry sails approximately 33 times weekly with a crossing time of 9 hours 25 minutes.
Athens (Piraeus) to Chania ferry ferries sail about 7 times weekly with a sailing time of 9 hours 15 minutes.
We suggest that you book in advance to ensure that you get the cheapest ferry prices and availability. Please check out our special offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts available.
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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.
