The cheapest and fastest ferries from Souda to Heraklion
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Souda to Heraklion is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Souda to Heraklion 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 Souda for Heraklion on Mon, May 18, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct ferries cover the 98 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest ferries will take 2 h 55 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.
8:30 PM2h30Souda11:00 PMHeraklion€151One-way0 transfers
10:00 AM2h30Souda12:30 PMHeraklion€151One-way0 transfers
10:10 AM2h55Souda1:05 PMHeraklion€151One-way0 transfers
8:30 PM2h30Souda11:00 PMHeraklion€151One-way0 transfers
10:00 AM2h30Souda12:30 PMHeraklion€151One-way0 transfers
10:10 AM2h55Souda1:05 PMHeraklion€151One-way0 transfers
Souda to Heraklion Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 2h55 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 2h55 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Souda to Heraklion ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Souda to Heraklion ferries for tomorrow, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:00 AM Souda | 2h30 | 12:30 PM Heraklion | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:10 AM Souda | 2h55 | 1:05 PM Heraklion | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM Souda | 2h30 | 11:00 PM Heraklion | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Souda to Heraklion
Ferries from Souda to Heraklion run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. 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 22:30. The fastest ferry covers the 52 nautical miles (98 km) distance in 2h 30m. There are 1 sailings per week.
Distance 52 nautical miles (98 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 2h 30m |
First ferry 1:15 AM |
Last ferry 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
FAQs: Ferry from Souda to Heraklion
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Souda 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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