The cheapest and fastest ferries from Crete (Island) to Thira
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 33 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Crete (Island) to Thira 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 Thira will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £14.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Crete (Island) for Thira every day 2 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 142 km distance in an average of 6 h 33 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 7 h 35 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.
19:255h30Crete (Island)0:55Thira£141One-way0 changes
20:307h35Crete (Island)4:05Thira£221One-way0 changes
19:255h30Crete (Island)0:55Thira£141One-way0 changes
20:307h35Crete (Island)4:05Thira£221One-way0 changes
Crete (Island) to Thira Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 12:30 | Duration 3h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 05:00 | Arrival Time 06:40 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 02:30 | Arrival Time 05:30 | Duration 3h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:10 | Arrival Time 09:00 | Duration 3h50 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 19:25 | Arrival Time 00:55 | Duration 5h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 20:30 | Arrival Time 23:30 | Duration 3h00 | Sailing Days Fri, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:10 | Arrival Time 10:00 | Duration 3h50 | Sailing Days Fri |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Crete (Island) to Thira
Ferries from Crete (Island) to Thira run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £14 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 76 nautical miles (142 km) distance in 1h 40m. There are 8 sailings per week. Ferries from Crete (Island) to Thira are available to foot passengers.



Distance 76 nautical miles (142 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 1h 40m |
First ferry 0:20 |
Last ferry 23:50 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 2 days |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries from Crete (Island) to ThiraYou can travel by ferry between Crete (Island) to Thira with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Crete (Island) to Thira ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crete (Island) to Thira 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 Thira, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Crete (Island) and Thira
- 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
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday-Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Free WiFi
- Prima Plora (0.7km)
- Alana Restaurant (0.9km)
- Avli (0.9km)
- Main companies are Rethymno Taxi and Crete Taxi Services.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Rethymno Port Stop
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