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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Piraeus to Heraklion
Cheapest price
€40
Average price
€41
Fastest journey
9 h 15 m
Average duration
9 h 15 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
321 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Piraeus to Heraklion is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Piraeus to Heraklion will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Piraeus for Heraklion on Fri, Nov 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 21 the direct ferries cover the 321 km distance in an average of 9 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .
On Fri, Nov 21 the slowest ferries will take 9 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.
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Piraeus to Heraklion
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Piraeus to Heraklion among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €44.
Distance: 173 nautical miles (321 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€36 Average price Cheapest | €68 Average price |
9h 55m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Piraeus to Heraklion Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Live departures
Piraeus to Heraklion ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Piraeus to Heraklion ferries for today, Thursday, November 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00 PM Piraeus | 9h15 | 3:15 AM Heraklion | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 21 | |||||
| 6:30 AM Piraeus | 9h15 | 3:45 PM Heraklion | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Piraeus to Heraklion
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Ferries from Piraeus to Heraklion run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 55m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €30 if you book in advance.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 173 nautical miles (321 km) distance in 8h 30m. There are 24 sailings per week. Ferries from Piraeus to Heraklion are available to foot passengers.
Distance 173 nautical miles (321 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 24 |
Fastest ferry 8h 30m |
First ferry 00:15 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Anek - Superfast, Seajets, Fast Ferries from Piraeus to HeraklionYou can travel by ferry between Piraeus to Heraklion with Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Anek - Superfast, Seajets, Fast Ferries for as low as €30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
Anek - Superfast
Seajets
Fast Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Piraeus to Heraklion
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Piraeus 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.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Piraeus, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Heraklion Port Passenger Station, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
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