The cheapest and fastest ferries from Karpathos to Heraklion
Cheapest price on Oct 18
€17
Average ticket price on Oct 18
€17
Fastest journey on Oct 18
6 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Oct 18
6 h 15 m
Ferries on Oct 18
1
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Karpathos to Heraklion is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karpathos to Heraklion will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Sun, Oct 18, we found 1 ferries from Karpathos to Heraklion, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Oct 18 the direct ferries cover the 189 km distance in an average of 6 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .
On Sun, Oct 18 the slowest ferries will take 6 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 PM6h15Karpathos7:30 PMHeraklion€171One-way0 transfers
1:15 PM6h15Karpathos7:30 PMHeraklion€171One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Karpathos to Heraklion
Ferries from Karpathos to Heraklion run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 48m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 102 nautical miles (189 km) distance in 4h 20m. Ferries from Karpathos to Heraklion are available to foot passengers.

Distance 102 nautical miles (189 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Fastest ferry 4h 20m |
First ferry 12:05 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Karpathos to Heraklion Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 5h50 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 7h50 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 5h10 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 4h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 6h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 6h15 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 7h50 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h10 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 6h15 | Sailing Days Wed |
Live departures
Karpathos to Heraklion ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Karpathos to Heraklion ferries for today, Friday, October 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:15 PM Karpathos | 6h15 | 7:30 PM Heraklion | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Karpathos to HeraklionYou can travel by ferry between Karpathos to Heraklion with Blue Star Ferries for as low as €16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Karpathos to Heraklion
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karpathos to Heraklion 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 Heraklion, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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