The cheapest and fastest ferries from Heraklion to Ermoupoli
Cheapest price
£80
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
236 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Heraklion to Ermoupoli is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heraklion to Ermoupoli will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £80.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Heraklion for Ermoupoli every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 20 Dec the direct ferries cover the 236 km distance in an average of 6 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 6 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.


Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Heraklion to Ermoupoli
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Heraklion to Ermoupoli among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £80. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 6h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £80, and a flight costs an average of £91.
Distance: 127 nautical miles (236 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£82 Average Price Cheapest | £91 Average Price |
7h 13m Average total duration Fastest 6h 13m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 15h 0m Average total duration 12h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Heraklion to Ermoupoli ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Heraklion to Ermoupoli ferries for tomorrow, Friday 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:30 Heraklion | 6h30 | 11:00 Ermoupoli | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Heraklion to Ermoupoli
Ferries from Heraklion to Ermoupoli run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £80 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:30, the last at 11:55. The fastest ferry covers the 127 nautical miles (236 km) distance in 5h 40m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Heraklion to Ermoupoli are available to foot passengers.


Distance 127 nautical miles (236 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £80 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 5h 40m |
First ferry 07:30 |
Last ferry 11:55 |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Fast Ferries, Seajets from Heraklion to ErmoupoliYou can travel by ferry between Heraklion to Ermoupoli with Fast Ferries, Seajets for as low as £80. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Heraklion to Ermoupoli ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heraklion to Ermoupoli 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 Ermoupoli, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Heraklion Port, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Syros, located 0.1 miles (234 m) away from the city centre.
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