The cheapest and fastest ferries from Heraklion to Naxos
Cheapest price
£116
Average price
£147
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Heraklion to Naxos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heraklion to Naxos will cost around £147 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £116.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Heraklion for Naxos every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 07 Mar the direct ferries cover the 198 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 5 h 15 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 Naxos
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Heraklion to Naxos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £115. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £115, and a flight costs an average of £133.
Distance: 106 nautical miles (198 km)
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£133 Average Price Cheapest | £184 Average Price |
4h 42m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Heraklion to Naxos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Heraklion to Naxos ferries for tomorrow, Saturday 7 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:45 Heraklion | 5h15 | 14:00 Naxos | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:00 Heraklion | 3h30 | 14:30 Naxos | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Heraklion to Naxos ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Seajets?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Seajets, but also compare tickets for the likes of Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) to find the best option for your trip from Heraklion to Naxos.
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio or Directferries?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Heraklion to Naxos.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Heraklion to Naxos
Ferries from Heraklion to Naxos run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £115 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:30, the last at 14:50. The fastest ferry covers the 106 nautical miles (198 km) distance in 3h 30m. There are 7 sailings per week. Ferries from Heraklion to Naxos are available to foot passengers.


Distance 106 nautical miles (198 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £115 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 7 |
Fastest ferry 3h 30m |
First ferry 07:30 |
Last ferry 14:50 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) from Heraklion to NaxosYou can travel by ferry between Heraklion to Naxos with Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) for as low as £115. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
FAQs: Heraklion to Naxos ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heraklion to Naxos 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 Naxos, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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