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Ferry from Heraklion to Diafani

There is usually one weekly sailing from Heraklion to Diafani.Blue Star Ferries provides the ferry from Heraklion to Diafani. Heraklion Diafani ferries take around 7 hours 50 minutes. The ferry costs between $56.62 and $196.70, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Heraklion to Diafani.

What's the ferry schedule from Heraklion to Diafani?

The earliest Heraklion Diafani ferry typically departs Heraklion at about 05:30 and the last ferry usually leaves at 20:15.

How long is the ferry from Heraklion to Diafani?

Ferries from Heraklion to Diafani sail in around 7 hours 50 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 7 hours 45 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Heraklion Diafani Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 1 weekly sailing from Heraklion to Diafani provided by Blue Star Ferries.

How much does the ferry cost fromHeraklion to Diafani?

The price of a ferry from Heraklion to Diafani typically range between $56.62* and $196.70*. On average the Heraklion Diafani ferry is $71.56*. The cheapest Heraklion Diafani ferry prices start from $56.62*. The average price for a foot passenger is $71.56*. The average price for a car is $481.83*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated 1 March 2025.

What is the distance from Heraklion to Diafani?

The distance between Heraklion to Diafani is approximately 145 miles (234km) or 126 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Heraklion to Diafani with a car?

Yes, Heraklion Diafani ferries allow cars onboard with Blue Star Ferries between Heraklion and Diafani. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Heraklion and Diafani use our Deal Finder.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Heraklion to Diafani?

Blue Star Ferries allow foot passengers on Heraklion Diafani ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Heraklion to Diafani?

Currently, are not permitted to board ferries from Heraklion to Diafani.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Crete to Dodecanese Islands page.
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Heraklion - Diafani Ferry Route summary
Departure DestinationCrete
DestinationDodecanese Islands
No. of Operators1
OperatorsBlue Star Ferries
Average Price$72
Average Daily Sailings1
Average Weekly Sailings1
Average Sailing Duration7 h 50 m
Fastest Sailing Duration7 h 45 m
First Ferry05:30
Last Ferry20:15
Distance126 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2025.

Heraklion to Diafani Ferry Most Popular Questions

  • How long is the ferry from Heraklion to Diafani?

    The ferry crossing time from Heraklion to Diafani is approximately 7 hours 50 minutes. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.

  • How much is the ferry from Heraklion to Diafani?

    Heraklion to Diafani ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Heraklion to Diafani is $71.56. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Heraklion to Diafani?

    Blue Star Ferries provide the ferries from Heraklion to Diafani.

  • How can I book ferry tickets from Heraklion to Diafani?

    Book ferries from Heraklion to Diafani through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers. 

  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Heraklion to Diafani?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Heraklion to Diafani with

  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Heraklion to Diafani?

    Yes, you can travel on the ferry with a car from Heraklion to Diafani with

  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Heraklion to Diafani?

    Pets are not currently allowed on ferries between Heraklion and Diafani.

  • How far is Heraklion to Diafani?

    The distance from Heraklion to Diafani is 126 nautical miles.

Heraklion Guide

The Greek city of Heraklion is the capital and largest city on the island of Crete. A popular visitor attraction near the city is Knossos, which is around 5 km from Heraklion. This important archaeological site was the Palace of King Minos and home to the Minotaur, if legend is to be believed. The palace was built over the remains of a former Neolithic settlement in around 1900 BC.

An important attraction in the city itself is the Archaeological Museum which can be found on one corner of the central Eleftherias Square, in a converted power station. The museum collects and displays many artefacts from Knossos, Archanes, Phaestos, Zakros and many other important archaeological sites on the island. The museum's collection spans several thousand years and includes the Phaestos disc, classic Hellenic and Roman sculptures, frescos, jewellery, wall paintings and pottery.

Visitors to Heraklion can take a ferry from the port, which is important for both passenger services and cargo, to destinations including Santorini, Ios, Paros, Mykonos and Rhodes. There are also daily sailings to the mainland port of Piraeus.


Diafani Guide

The Greek town and port of Diafani is located on the island of Karpathos which is located in the southern part of the Dodecanese group of islands, between the islands of Crete and Rhodes. As the second largest of the Dodecanese islands, Karpathos extends to a surface area of around 300 sq. km and its terrain is characterised by mountains, the highest peak being Kali Limni and 1,214 meters above sea level. On the slopes of the mountains are springs, vineyards, forests of Pine, olive trees and many other varieties of fruit trees. A popular tourist site on the island are the rock caves that are home to the Mediterranean seal which can is supposedly the only place they can be found along with Kastelorizo. The island's first inhabitant, according to mythology, was Iapetos, the son of Uranus and Gaea (Sky and Earth).

The island can trace its history back to the Neolithic Age and is closely linked with the history of Rhodes and the other islands of the Dodecanese. The island's character has been strongly influenced by those who have conquered it including the Francs, the Turks and the Italians.

Heraklion to Diafani Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 24/03/2025 and 30/03/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 05:30 13:20 7 hours 50 minutes Sun

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