The cheapest and fastest ferries from Chania to Thira
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Chania to Thira is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chania to Thira will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £14.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Chania for Thira every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun 14 Dec the direct ferries cover the 162 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest ferries will take 4 h 20 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 flight and ferry for Chania to Thira
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Chania to Thira among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £108.
Distance: 87 nautical miles (162 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£65 Average Price Cheapest | £172 Average Price |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chania to Thira ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Chania to Thira ferries for tomorrow, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:00 Chania | 1h35 | 06:35 Thira | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:45 Chania | 4h20 | 01:05 Thira | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Chania to Thira
Ferries from Chania to Thira run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest ferry covers the 87 nautical miles (162 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from Chania to Thira are available to foot passengers.

Distance 87 nautical miles (162 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 00:20 |
Last ferry 23:50 |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Seajets from Chania to ThiraYou can travel by ferry between Chania to Thira with Seajets for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Chania to Thira ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chania to Thira 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 Thira, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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