Heraklion to Rhodes ferry - Times and cheap Blue Star Ferries ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Heraklion to Rhodes

Showing times and prices for 06 Dec

Cheapest price

£22

Average price

£23

Fastest journey

8 h 30 m

Average duration

10 h

Ferries per day

2

Distance

304 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Heraklion to Rhodes will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £22.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Heraklion 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 304 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.

Blue Star FerriesBLUE STAR CHIOS
08:308h30
Sitia
17:00Port of Rhodes
£221One-way
0 changes
Blue Star FerriesBLUE STAR CHIOS
05:3011h30
Heraklion Port
17:00Port of Rhodes
£241One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare ferry and flight for Heraklion to Rhodes

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Heraklion 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 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £39.

Distance: 164 nautical miles (304 km)

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Flight

£23

Average Price

Cheapest

£95

Average Price

12h 33m

Average total duration

11h 33m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

4h 23m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 23m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

Blue Star Ferries

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Heraklion to Rhodes Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
08:30
Arrival Time
17:00
Duration
8h30
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
05:30
Arrival Time
17:00
Duration
11h30
Sailing Days
Sat

Live departures

Heraklion to Rhodes ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Heraklion to Rhodes ferries for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 06:11
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blue_star_ferries07:15 Heraklion
7h55
15:10 Rhodes0 changesdirect
blue_star_ferries20:15 Heraklion
8h45
05:00 Rhodes0 changesdirect
Saturday 6 December
blue_star_ferriesBLUE STAR CHIOS03:30 Heraklion Port
11h30
15:00 Port of Rhodes0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Heraklion to Rhodes

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Ferries from Heraklion to Rhodes run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 33m. 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 21:00. The fastest ferry covers the 164 nautical miles (304 km) distance in 7h 45m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Heraklion to Rhodes are available to foot passengers.

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.
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Blue Star Ferries
Distance
164 nautical miles (304 km)
Average sailing duration
11h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Ferries per day
2
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
3
Fastest ferry
7h 45m
First ferry
01:00
Last ferry
21:00
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

Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Heraklion to RhodesYou can travel by ferry between Heraklion to Rhodes with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Blue Star Ferries

About
Blue Star Ferries is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea and the Adriatic Sea. The company was founded in 1965 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Blue Star Ferries operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands, as well as between the Greek mainland and Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 40m
Cheapest Price
£22
Blue Star Ferries frequency
2 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure with varying refund rates
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurants, cafes, and bars available serving meals and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible areas and facilities available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in designated areas. Must be in carriers or leashed. Not allowed in restaurants.
Cabin reservation
Economy cabins to luxury suites available. Must be booked in advance
Car on board

FAQs: Heraklion to Rhodes ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heraklion 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.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Heraklion to Rhodes can start from as little as £23 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Heraklion to Rhodes is £49; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The ferry time to Rhodes from Heraklion is on average 7 h 45 min   for the 188 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Heraklion and Rhodes by ferry can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Heraklion to Rhodes leaves at 00: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Heraklion to Rhodes leaves at 23: 55.
There are 3 ferries a day from Heraklion to Rhodes which require at least one change with Blue Star Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Heraklion to Rhodes with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Heraklion to Rhodes is possible with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Heraklion to Rhodes is possible with Blue Star Ferries. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
Take the Heraklion to Rhodes ferry with Blue Star Ferries. However, it's always good to check out all possible ferry operators for the trip from Heraklion to Rhodes as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

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 Rhodes, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a ferry from Heraklion to Rhodes is August.
You have options as you can travel to Rhodes from Heraklion 2 different ways: ferry or flight.

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