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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Rethymno
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
8 h 55 m
Ferries per day
5
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Rethymno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Rethymno will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £37.
Of the 5 ferries that leave Athens for Rethymno every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon 03 Aug the direct ferries cover the 299 km distance in an average of 8 h 55 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
The slowest ferries will take 9 h 50 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.
ASTERION II21:009h50Port of Piraeus6:50Heraklion Port£371One-way0 changes
FESTOS PALACE21:009h30Port of Piraeus6:30Heraklion Port£401One-way0 changes- KISSAMOS10:008h00Port of Piraeus18:00Port of Souda£471One-way0 changes
- ELYROS22:009h25Port of Piraeus7:25Port of Souda£471One-way0 changes
WORLDCHAMPION JET9:307h50Port of Piraeus17:20Heraklion Port£811One-way0 changes
- WORLDCHAMPION JET9:307h50Port of Piraeus17:20Heraklion Port£811One-way0 changes
- KISSAMOS10:008h00Port of Piraeus18:00Port of Souda£471One-way0 changes
- ELYROS22:009h25Port of Piraeus7:25Port of Souda£471One-way0 changes
- FESTOS PALACE21:009h30Port of Piraeus6:30Heraklion Port£401One-way0 changes
- ASTERION II21:009h50Port of Piraeus6:50Heraklion Port£371One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Athens to Rethymno
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Rethymno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £51.
Distance: 161 nautical miles (299 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price |
9h 38m Average total duration 8h 38m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Athens to Rethymno Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 18:00 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 07:25 | Duration 9h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 18:45 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 13:15 | Arrival Time 23:50 | Duration 10h35 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 04:20 | Duration 11h20 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:00 | Arrival Time 17:45 | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Thu, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 01:25 | Duration 10h25 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:50 | Duration 9h50 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 17:20 | Duration 7h50 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Live departures
Athens to Rethymno ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Rethymno ferries for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WORLDCHAMPION JET | 9:30 Port of Piraeus | 7h50 | 17:20 Heraklion Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| KISSAMOS | 10:00 Port of Piraeus | 8h00 | 18:00 Port of Souda | 0 changesdirect | |
| FESTOS PALACE | 21:00 Port of Piraeus | 9h30 | 6:30 Heraklion Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| ASTERION II | 21:00 Port of Piraeus | 9h50 | 6:50 Heraklion Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| ELYROS | 22:00 Port of Piraeus | 9h25 | 7:25 Port of Souda | 0 changesdirect |
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Why should you book Athens to Rethymno ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Blue Star Ferries, but also compare tickets for the likes of Anek - Superfast, Seajets or Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Rethymno.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Blue Star Ferries with all available travel options, which are ferry and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Athens to Rethymno.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Directferries or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Anek - Superfast, Seajets or Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Rethymno.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Athens to Rethymno.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Rethymno
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Ferries from Athens to Rethymno run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 38m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 161 nautical miles (299 km) distance in 7h 55m. There are 30 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Rethymno are available to foot passengers.
Distance 161 nautical miles (299 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 30 |
Fastest ferry 7h 55m |
First ferry 0:20 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Anek - Superfast, Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) from Athens to RethymnoYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Rethymno with Blue Star Ferries, Anek - Superfast, Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Anek - Superfast
Seajets
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
FAQs: Athens to Rethymno ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Rethymno 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 Rethymno, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Rethymno
Most Athens to Rethymno ferries use the Port of Piraeus to Heraklion Port port pair. Use this guide to compare Athens and Rethymno ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Athens port do ferries to Rethymno leave from?
Getting to Port of Piraeus from Athens city centre
Port of Piraeus port facilities and services
Port of Piraeus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km), To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km), Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in passenger terminals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Piraeus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Piraeus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Piraeus.
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