Heraklion to Karpathos ferry with Blue Star Ferries

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Heraklion to Karpathos

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

€17

Average price

€17

Fastest journey

6 h 35 m

Average duration

6 h 35 m

Ferries per day

1

Distance

189 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Heraklion to Karpathos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Heraklion to Karpathos will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.

Fast ferries

Of the 1 ferries that leave Heraklion for Karpathos on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 06 the direct ferries cover the 189 km distance in an average of 6 h 35 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h 35 m .

On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest ferries will take 6 h 35 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.

Blue Star Ferries
01:00AM6h35
Heraklion
07:35AMKarpathos
171One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare ferry and flight for Heraklion to Karpathos

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Heraklion to Karpathos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 10h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €98.

Distance: 102 nautical miles (189 km)

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Flight

€17

Average price

Cheapest

€179

Average price

14h 35m

Average total duration

13h 35m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

13h 17m

Average total duration

Fastest

10h 17m

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3h 0m

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Heraklion to Karpathos Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
07:00AM
Arrival Time
10:35AM
Duration
3h35
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
04:00AM
Arrival Time
10:35AM
Duration
6h35
Sailing Days
Thu

Live departures

Heraklion to Karpathos ferry times

Showing ferries for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
blue_star_ferries1:00 AM Heraklion
6h35
7:35 AM Karpathos0 transfersDirect

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Overview: Ferry from Heraklion to Karpathos

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Ferries from Heraklion to Karpathos run on average 2 times per day, taking around 13h 35m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Blue Star Ferries
Distance
102 nautical miles (189 km)
Average sailing duration
13h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
€17
Ferries per day
2
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
5
Fastest ferry
4h 45m
First ferry
00:15
Last ferry
22:40
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Heraklion to KarpathosYou can travel by ferry between Heraklion to Karpathos with Blue Star Ferries for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Blue Star Ferries

About
Blue Star Ferries is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea and the Adriatic Sea. The company was founded in 1965 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Blue Star Ferries operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands, as well as between the Greek mainland and Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 25m
Cheapest Price
€16
Blue Star Ferries frequency
3 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure with varying refund rates
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurants, cafes, and bars available serving meals and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible areas and facilities available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in designated areas. Must be in carriers or leashed. Not allowed in restaurants.
Cabin reservation
Economy cabins to luxury suites available. Must be booked in advance
Car on board

FAQs: Ferry from Heraklion to Karpathos

FAQs: Take the ferry to Karpathos easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Heraklion to Karpathos.
FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Heraklion to Karpathos can start from as little as €18 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Heraklion to Karpathos is €41; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The ferry time between Heraklion and Karpathos is on average 5 h 25 min   for the 188 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Heraklion to Karpathos by ferry can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Heraklion to Karpathos leaves at 07: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Heraklion to Karpathos leaves at 23: 30.
There is 1 ferry a day from Heraklion to Karpathos which require at least one change with Blue Star Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer ferries.
For the journey from Heraklion to Karpathos you can take a ferry with Blue Star Ferries. Be sure to check out all possible ferry operators that offer services between Heraklion and Karpathos on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from Heraklion to Karpathos by ferry is February.
Yes, you can take a ferry from Heraklion to Karpathos.

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