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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Heraklion to Sitia
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Heraklion to Sitia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heraklion to Sitia will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Heraklion for Sitia on Thu, Nov 13, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 13 the direct ferries cover the 88 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Thu, Nov 13 the slowest ferries will take 2 h 30 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and ferry for Heraklion to Sitia
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Heraklion to Sitia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 2h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a ferry costs an average of €15.
Distance: 47 nautical miles (88 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Bus |
|---|---|
€16 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Heraklion to Sitia ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Heraklion to Sitia ferries for tomorrow, Monday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:00 AM Heraklion | 2h30 | 3:30 AM Sitia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:35 AM Heraklion | 2h15 | 3:50 AM Sitia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:00 AM Heraklion | 2h30 | 6:30 AM Sitia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Heraklion to Sitia
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Ferries from Heraklion to Sitia run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 20:50. The fastest ferry covers the 47 nautical miles (88 km) distance in 2h 25m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Heraklion to Sitia are available to foot passengers.
Distance 47 nautical miles (88 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 2h 25m |
First ferry 00:15 |
Last ferry 20:50 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Heraklion to SitiaYou can travel by ferry between Heraklion to Sitia with Blue Star Ferries for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Heraklion to Sitia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heraklion to Sitia by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sitia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Heraklion Port Passenger Station, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Sitia, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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