The cheapest and fastest ferries from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island)
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) 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 Karpathos (Island) will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £15.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Crete (Island) for Karpathos (Island) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun 14 Jun the direct ferries cover the 213 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
The slowest ferries will take 4 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.
1:304h50Crete (Island)6:20Karpathos (Island)£151One-way0 changes
1:304h50Crete (Island)6:20Karpathos (Island)£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £71.
Distance: 115 nautical miles (213 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £123 Average Price |
4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 02:00 | Arrival Time 08:35 | Duration 6h35 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:55 | Arrival Time 11:00 | Duration 6h05 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:55 | Arrival Time 11:15 | Duration 4h20 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:30 | Arrival Time 11:15 | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:30 | Arrival Time 10:20 | Duration 4h50 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:30 | Arrival Time 09:15 | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Wed, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 03:35 | Duration 6h35 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 00:30 | Arrival Time 08:15 | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:30 | Arrival Time 11:20 | Duration 4h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:10 | Arrival Time 18:00 | Duration 7h50 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 13:00 | Arrival Time 17:50 | Duration 4h50 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 14:35 | Arrival Time 20:30 | Duration 5h55 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 13:35 | Arrival Time 19:30 | Duration 5h55 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 13:10 | Arrival Time 22:30 | Duration 9h20 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 16:35 | Arrival Time 22:30 | Duration 5h55 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) ferries for today, Saturday 13 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DIAGORAS | 13:10 Heraklion Port | 9h20 | 22:30 Port of Karpathos | 0 changesdirect | |
DIAGORAS | 13:10 Heraklion Port | 7h50 | 21:00 Port of Karpathos | 0 changesdirect | |
DIAGORAS | 16:35 Sitia | 5h55 | 22:30 Port of Karpathos | 0 changesdirect | |
DIAGORAS | 16:35 Sitia | 4h25 | 21:00 Port of Karpathos | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 14 June | |||||
![]() | 1:30 Crete (Island) | 4h50 | 6:20 Karpathos (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) 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 Seajets to find the best option for your trip from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island).
- 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 Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island).
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Directferries or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Seajets to find the best option for your trip from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island).
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island)
Ferries from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 23:35. The fastest ferry covers the 115 nautical miles (213 km) distance in 4h 50m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) are available to foot passengers.


Distance 115 nautical miles (213 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 4h 50m |
First ferry 0:15 |
Last ferry 23:35 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island)You can travel by ferry between Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crete (Island) to Karpathos (Island) 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 Karpathos (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Crete (Island) and Karpathos (Island)
- 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
- 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
- Saturday: 08:00 - 14:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- To Perasma Family Restaurant (0.3km)
- Acropolis (0.5km)
- Posidon Taverna (0.7km)
- Main companies are Karpathos Taxi and Island Taxi.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Karpathos Port Stop
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