The cheapest and fastest ferries from Crete (Island) to Oia
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£72
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Crete (Island) to Oia 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 Oia will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £22.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Crete (Island) for Oia every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu 30 Jul the direct ferries cover the 145 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest ferries will take 6 h 45 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.
BLUE STAR CHIOS23:506h45Sitia6:35Athinios Port£221One-way0 changes
ELITE JET8:002h10Heraklion Port10:10Athinios Port£951One-way0 changes
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 28:001h35Heraklion Port9:35Athinios Port£1001One-way0 changes
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 28:001h35Heraklion Port9:35Athinios Port£1001One-way0 changes
ELITE JET8:002h10Heraklion Port10:10Athinios Port£951One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR CHIOS23:506h45Sitia6:35Athinios Port£221One-way0 changes
Crete (Island) to Oia Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 09:35 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 05:00 | Arrival Time 06:40 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 23:50 | Arrival Time 06:35 | Duration 6h45 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Crete (Island) to Oia ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Crete (Island) to Oia ferries for today, Wednesday 29 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:00 Crete (Island) | 1h40 | 6:40 Oia | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Crete (Island) to Oia
Ferries from Crete (Island) to Oia run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £103 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 78 nautical miles (145 km) distance in 1h 40m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from Crete (Island) to Oia are available to foot passengers.

Distance 78 nautical miles (145 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £103 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 1h 40m |
First ferry 0:20 |
Last ferry 23:50 |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
Ferry operators: Seajets from Crete (Island) to OiaYou can travel by ferry between Crete (Island) to Oia with Seajets for as low as £103. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Crete (Island) to Oia ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crete (Island) to Oia 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 Oia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Crete (Island) and Oia
Most Crete (Island) to Oia ferries use the Heraklion Port to Thira Santorini Port port pair. Use this guide to compare Crete (Island) and Oia ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Crete (Island) port do ferries to Oia leave from?
Getting to Heraklion Port from Crete city centre
Heraklion Port is 32 km from Crete city centre. Public transport options include:
Heraklion Port port facilities and services
Heraklion Port has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kouzina EPE (0.3km), Paralia Seaside Restaurant (0.5km), Ligo Krasi Ligo Thalassa (0.6km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heraklion Port.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heraklion Port: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heraklion Port.
Getting to Port of Rethymno from Crete city centre
Port of Rethymno is 33 km from Crete city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Rethymno port facilities and services
Port of Rethymno has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Prima Plora (0.7km), Alana Restaurant (0.9km), Avli (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Rethymno.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Rethymno: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Rethymno.
Getting to Sitia from Crete city centre
Sitia is 1 km from Crete city centre. Public transport options include:
Sitia port facilities and services
Sitia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Inodion (0.3km), Mitsakakis (0.4km), Ziafeti (0.5km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sitia.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sitia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sitia.
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