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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Crete (Island) to Rhodes
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
10 h
Ferries per day
2
Distance
335 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Crete (Island) to Rhodes 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 Rhodes will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £25.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Crete (Island) for Rhodes every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 06 Dec the direct ferries cover the 335 km distance in an average of 10 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 11 h 30 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.
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Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Crete (Island) to Rhodes
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Crete (Island) to Rhodes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £53.
Distance: 180 nautical miles (335 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £99 Average Price |
9h 13m Average total duration 8h 13m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Crete (Island) to Rhodes Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:30 | Arrival Time 17:00 | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:00 | Arrival Time 15:00 | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:30 | Arrival Time 17:00 | Duration 11h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival Time 15:00 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Crete (Island) to Rhodes ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Crete (Island) to Rhodes ferries for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:15 Crete (Island) | 7h55 | 15:10 Rhodes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:15 Crete (Island) | 8h45 | 05:00 Rhodes | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
| BLUE STAR CHIOS | 03:30 Heraklion Port | 11h30 | 15:00 Port of Rhodes | 0 changesdirect | |
| BLUE STAR CHIOS | 06:30 Sitia | 8h30 | 15:00 Port of Rhodes | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Crete (Island) to Rhodes
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Ferries from Crete (Island) to Rhodes run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 13m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:15. The fastest ferry covers the 180 nautical miles (335 km) distance in 7h 45m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Crete (Island) to Rhodes are available to foot passengers.
Distance 180 nautical miles (335 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 7h 45m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 23:15 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Aegeon Pelagos from Crete (Island) to RhodesYou can travel by ferry between Crete (Island) to Rhodes with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Aegeon Pelagos for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Crete (Island) to Rhodes ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crete (Island) to Rhodes 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 Rhodes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Crete (Island) and Rhodes
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
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