The cheapest and fastest ferries from Crete (Island) to Halki
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
6 h 35 m
Average duration
7 h 11 m
Ferries per day
5
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Crete (Island) to Halki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crete (Island) to Halki will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £16.
Of the 5 ferries that leave Crete (Island) for Halki every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 20 Jun the direct ferries cover the 272 km distance in an average of 7 h 11 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h 35 m .
The slowest ferries will take 8 h 5 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.
20:306h35Crete (Island)3:05Halki£161One-way0 changes
13:006h35Crete (Island)19:35Halki£161One-way0 changes
6:306h35Crete (Island)13:05Halki£161One-way0 changes
14:358h05Crete (Island)22:40Halki£161One-way0 changes
13:358h05Crete (Island)21:40Halki£181One-way0 changes
20:306h35Crete (Island)3:05Halki£161One-way0 changes
13:006h35Crete (Island)19:35Halki£161One-way0 changes
6:306h35Crete (Island)13:05Halki£161One-way0 changes
14:358h05Crete (Island)22:40Halki£161One-way0 changes
13:358h05Crete (Island)21:40Halki£181One-way0 changes
Crete (Island) to Halki Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 13:00 | Arrival Time 19:35 | Duration 6h35 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 14:35 | Arrival Time 22:40 | Duration 8h05 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 13:35 | Arrival Time 21:40 | Duration 8h05 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 20:30 | Arrival Time 03:05 | Duration 6h35 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:30 | Arrival Time 08:05 | Duration 6h35 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:30 | Arrival Time 13:05 | Duration 6h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Live departures
Crete (Island) to Halki ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Crete (Island) to Halki ferries for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:30 Crete (Island) | 6h35 | 3:05 Halki | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 19 June | |||||
![]() | 6:30 Crete (Island) | 6h35 | 13:05 Halki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:00 Crete (Island) | 6h35 | 19:35 Halki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:35 Crete (Island) | 8h05 | 21:40 Halki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:35 Crete (Island) | 8h05 | 22:40 Halki | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Crete (Island) to Halki by ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Crete (Island) to Halki
Ferries from Crete (Island) to Halki run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 29m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 04:00, the last at 20:55. The fastest ferry covers the 146 nautical miles (272 km) distance in 6h 35m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Crete (Island) to Halki are available to foot passengers.

Distance 146 nautical miles (272 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 6h 35m |
First ferry 4:00 |
Last ferry 20:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Crete (Island) to HalkiYou can travel by ferry between Crete (Island) to Halki 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: Crete (Island) to Halki ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crete (Island) to Halki 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 Halki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Crete (Island) and Halki
- 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Kouzina EPE (0.3km)
- Paralia Seaside Restaurant (0.5km)
- Ligo Krasi Ligo Thalassa (0.6km)
- Main companies are Heraklion Taxi and Radio Taxi Knossos
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Stop: Heraklion Port
- 08:00-20:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Inodion (0.3km)
- Mitsakakis (0.4km)
- Ziafeti (0.5km)
- Main companies are Sitia Taxi and Radio Taxi Sitia
- Free
- Bus Line 3, Sitia Port Stop
- Valantis Restaurant (0.3km)
- Ftenagia Restaurant (0.7km)
- Black Sea Restaurant (0.9km)
- Book in advance with Freenow
- Free
