Heraklion to Athens ferry

Tue, 13 May
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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Heraklion to Athens

Showing times and prices for 14 May

Cheapest price

£41

Average price

£53

Fastest journey

8 h 15 m

Average duration

8 h 57 m

Ferries per day

5

Distance

321 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Heraklion to Athens will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £41.

Fast ferries

Of the 5 ferries that leave Heraklion for Athens every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, 14 May the direct ferries cover the 321 km distance in an average of 8 h 57 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 15 m .

The slowest ferries will take 9 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.

Blue Star FerriesKISSAMOS
22:009h00
Heraklion Port
07:00Port of Piraeus
£411One-way
0 changes
Blue Star FerriesASTERION II
10:008h45
Heraklion Port
18:45Port of Piraeus
£411One-way
0 changes
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)KNOSSOS PALACE
21:009h30
Heraklion Port
06:30Port of Piraeus
£441One-way
0 changes
Blue Star FerriesELYROS
21:009h15
Port of Souda
06:15Port of Piraeus
£521One-way
0 changes
SeajetsCHAMPION JET 3
08:008h15
Heraklion Port
16:15Port of Piraeus
£891One-way
0 changes

Heraklion to Athens Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
22:00
Arrival Time
07:00
Duration
9h00
Sailing Days
Wed
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
10:00
Arrival Time
18:45
Duration
8h45
Sailing Days
Wed
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
23:45
Arrival Time
10:30
Duration
10h45
Sailing Days
Sun
Operator
Seajets
Departure Time
08:00
Arrival Time
16:15
Duration
8h15
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
01:15
Arrival Time
13:35
Duration
12h20
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
Departure Time
21:00
Arrival Time
06:30
Duration
9h30
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
04:30
Arrival Time
13:35
Duration
9h05
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
07:30
Arrival Time
17:10
Duration
9h40
Sailing Days
Fri, Sun
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
20:30
Arrival Time
10:30
Duration
14h00
Sailing Days
Sun
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
21:00
Arrival Time
06:15
Duration
9h15
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun

Live departures

Heraklion to Athens ferry times

Showing ferries for today, Tuesday 13 May
Last updated at 17:16
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blue_star_ferriesEL. VENIZELOS18:00 Port of Souda
9h15
03:15 Port of Piraeus0 changesdirect
minoan_lines_greece_domesticFESTOS PALACE18:00 Heraklion Port
9h30
03:30 Port of Piraeus0 changesdirect
blue_star_ferriesKISSAMOS18:00 Heraklion Port
9h15
03:15 Port of Piraeus0 changesdirect
Wednesday 14 May
seajetsCHAMPION JET 305:00 Heraklion Port
8h15
13:15 Port of Piraeus0 changesdirect
blue_star_ferriesASTERION II07:00 Heraklion Port
8h45
15:45 Port of Piraeus0 changesdirect

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How far in advance should I book ferry tickets from Heraklion to Athens?

The best time to book your ferry from Heraklion to Athens is 2 days before departure. See how prices for ferries change on the Heraklion to Athens route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Heraklion to Athens per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your ferry from Heraklion to Athens.

Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Heraklion to Athens

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Ferries from Heraklion to Athens run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 22m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £22 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 £22
Official Omio partners on this route
Blue Star Ferries
Anek - Superfast
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
Fast Ferries
Seajets
Distance
173 nautical miles (321 km)
Average sailing duration
9h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
£27
Ferries per day
5
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
33
Number of ferry operators
5
Fastest ferry
8h 30m
First ferry
17:10
Last ferry
21:45
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
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 £22

Ferry operators: Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) and Blue Star Ferries Heraklion to Athens

Find the best ferries from Heraklion to Athens with Omio's travel partners Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) and Blue Star Ferries from £30. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

Anek - Superfast, a prominent ferry provider from Greece, was founded in 2011 as a joint venture between Anek Lines and Superfast Ferries. Their fleet includes modern vessels such as the Superfast XI and Anek's Hellenic Spirit, offering a range of classes from economy to luxurious cabins. Onboard amenities include restaurants, bars, shops, and even swimming pools, ensuring a comfortable journey. Passengers can choose from various ticket types, including options for cars, cabins, and other vehicles. Anek - Superfast is renowned for its top routes, including the popular Patras to Ancona, Igoumenitsa to Bari, and Piraeus to Heraklion routes, connecting Greece with Italy and the Greek islands. These routes are favoured for their efficiency and the high-quality service provided onboard.

Anek - Superfast from Heraklion to Athens ferry information:

  • Average Duration: 9 h 15 min
  • Cheapest Price: £33

FAQs: Heraklion to Athens ferries

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Important Stations and Airports in Heraklion and Athens

Heraklion
Athens
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
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TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
  • Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
carConnection
Car connection
Leoforos Posidonos, Exit to Akti Miaouli
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
  • To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
  • Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transport options for Port of Piraeus
  • Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station

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