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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Heraklion to Chania
- Cheapest price on Nov 14
- €17
- Average ticket price on Nov 14
- €17
- Fastest journey on Nov 14
- 2 h 15 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 14
- 2 h 15 m
- Ferries on Nov 14
- 1
- Distance
- 104 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Heraklion to Chania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heraklion to Chania will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Sat, Nov 14, we found 1 ferries from Heraklion to Chania, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Nov 14 the direct ferries cover the 104 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Sat, Nov 14 the slowest ferries will take 2 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
1:15 PM 2h15 Heraklion 3:30 PM Chania €17 1 One-way 0 transfers
1:15 PM 2h15 Heraklion 3:30 PM Chania €17 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Heraklion to Chania
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Ferries from Heraklion to Chania run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 56 nautical miles (104 km) distance in 2h 0m. There are 1 sailings per week. Ferries from Heraklion to Chania are available to foot passengers.
Distance 56 nautical miles (104 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 2h 0m |
First ferry 1:15 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 21 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Heraklion to Chania trip
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Heraklion to Chania Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 2h55 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h55 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 2h25 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 2h55 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h55 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h55 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Thu |
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Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Heraklion to ChaniaYou can travel by ferry between Heraklion to Chania with Blue Star Ferries for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
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FAQs: Ferry from Heraklion to Chania
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