Crete to Naxos ferry - Times and cheap Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) ferry tickets

1,000+ travel companies

Scan to get our free app

Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.

App Store

4.9

42K ratings

Google Play

4.6

136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest ferries from Crete to Naxos

Showing times and prices for 19 Jul

Cheapest price

£132

Average price

£166

Fastest journey

3 h 30 m

Average duration

4 h 23 m

Ferries per day

Distance

211 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Crete to Naxos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Crete to Naxos will cost around £166 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £132.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Crete for Naxos every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, 19 Jul the direct ferries cover the 211 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .

The slowest ferries will take 5 h 15 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.

11:003h30

Crete

14:30Naxos

£1321One-way

0 changes

08:455h15

Crete

14:00Naxos

£2001One-way

1 change

Compare prices and tickets Crete to Naxos by ferry or flight

Sat
19 Jul

Sun
20 Jul

Mon
21 Jul

Tue
22 Jul

Wed
23 Jul

Thu
24 Jul

Fri
25 Jul

Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Crete to Naxos

Greece

Ferries from Crete to Naxos run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £90 but you can travel from only £40 by flight.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from £40

Official Omio partners on this route

Distance

113 nautical miles (210 km)

Average sailing duration

3h 28m

Cheapest ticket price

£90

Ferries per day

Direct ferries

Available

Average weekly sailings

Fastest ferry

3h 0m

First ferry

07:30

Last ferry

14:25

Cabins

Available

Vehicles

Available

Foot passengers

Available

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from £40

Ferry operators: Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) and Seajets Crete (Island) to Naxos (Island)

For as little as £85 you can travel by ferry from Crete (Island) to Naxos (Island) with Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) and Seajets. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this journey.

Minoan Lines, established in 1972 in Greece, is a prominent ferry operator known for connecting various Greek islands and mainland destinations. Their fleet comprises modern vessels, including the HSC Santorini Palace and the Cruise Europa, offering different classes such as Economy, Business, and VIP. Onboard amenities include restaurants, bars, shops, and comfortable lounges, ensuring a pleasant journey. Passengers can choose from various ticket types, including standard seats, private cabins, and vehicle transport options. Minoan Lines' top routes include Heraklion to Piraeus, Santorini to Heraklion, and Piraeus to Chania, making it a preferred choice for travellers exploring Greece's picturesque landscapes and vibrant culture.

Seajets, a prominent ferry operator from Greece, was established in 2002 and has since become a key player in maritime transportation. The company boasts a modern fleet of high-speed vessels, including the Champion Jet, Super Jet, and Sea Jet classes, designed to offer swift and comfortable journeys across the Aegean Sea. Onboard amenities include spacious seating, air-conditioned lounges, snack bars, and Wi-Fi access, ensuring a pleasant travel experience. Seajets offers a variety of ticket options, such as standard seats, business class, and cabins, as well as vehicle transport for cars and motorcycles. Popular routes include Piraeus to Santorini, Heraklion to Mykonos, and Rafina to Naxos, connecting travellers to some of Greece's most iconic islands.

Crete (Island) to Naxos (Island) ferry information with Seajets:

Average Duration: 3 h 40 min
Cheapest Price: £89
Seajets frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Crete to Naxos ferries

FAQs: Take the ferry from Crete to Naxos with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Crete to Naxos.

Cheap ferry tickets from Crete (Island) to Naxos (Island) can start from as little as £89 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Crete (Island) to Naxos (Island) is £91; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Crete (Island) to Naxos (Island) ferry time is 3 h 40 min covering the 130 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first ferry from Crete (Island) to Naxos (Island) leaves at 06: 55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last ferry from Crete (Island) to Naxos (Island) leaves at 23: 05.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Crete (Island) to Naxos (Island) without having to change trains with Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) or Seajets. There is 1 direct ferry from Crete (Island) to Naxos (Island) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Crete (Island) to Naxos (Island) with Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)

Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Crete (Island) to Naxos (Island) is possible with Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) or Seajets.

Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Crete (Island) to Naxos (Island) is possible with Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) or Seajets. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.

When taking a ferry from Crete (Island) to Naxos (Island), you can count on Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) or Seajets for the best way to get you to Naxos (Island). You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service to Naxos (Island) from Crete (Island) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.

A trip to Naxos (Island) from Crete (Island) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 40 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Crete (Island) to Naxos (Island) by ferry is January.

Yes, you can take a ferry between Crete (Island) and Naxos (Island).

popular ferry ports

Important Stations and Airports in Crete and Naxos

Crete

Naxos

The major port for departures in Crete is Heraklion Port. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Heraklion Port for your trip from Crete to Naxos.

Heraklion Port Wifi

Amenities at port

Wifi

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Ticket Office

information

Address

Leof. Nearchou, Iraklio 713 07, Greece

Ticket Office Hours

06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

32 km

Car connection

E75, Exit towards Heraklion Port

Wifi

Free WiFi

Dining

Kouzina EPE (0.3km)
Paralia Seaside Restaurant (0.5km)
Ligo Krasi Ligo Thalassa (0.6km)

Taxis

Main companies are Heraklion Taxi and Radio Taxi Knossos.

Free

Public transport options for Heraklion Port

Bus Line 1, Stop: Heraklion Port

More options for your journey from Crete to Naxos

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

Return ferries from Naxos to Crete

Most popular trains, buses, flights and ferries to and from Naxos and Crete

Santorini to Naxos ferries

Milos to Naxos ferries

Lavrio to Naxos ferries

Ikaria to Naxos ferries

Ios to Naxos ferries

Piraeus to Naxos ferries

Adamantas to Naxos ferries

Crete to Tiranë flights

Crete to Ios ferries

Crete to Rafina ferries

Kos to Naxos ferries

Paros to Naxos ferries

Corfu to Naxos flights

Athens to Naxos flights

Crete to Rhodes ferries

Crete to Heraklion ferries

Mykonos to Naxos ferries

Rafina to Naxos ferries

Crete to Milos ferries

Athens to Naxos ferries

Crete to Frankfurt am Main flights

Crete to Santorini ferries

Crete to Kos ferries

Crete to Mykonos ferries

Crete to London flights

Crete to Sifnos ferries

Crete to Chania ferries

Crete to Bodrum ferries

Crete to Serifos (Island) ferries

Crete to Piraeus ferries

Crete to Nafplion ferries

Syros to Naxos ferries

Andros to Naxos ferries

Heraklion to Naxos ferries

Samos to Naxos ferries

Amorgos to Naxos ferries

Crete to Naples flights

Crete to Athens ferries

Crete to Thira ferries

Sifnos to Naxos ferries

Sikinos (Island) to Naxos ferries

Tinos to Naxos ferries

Crete to Paros ferries

Crete to Athens flights

Home Ferries Ferries in GreeceCrete to Naxos ferry

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.