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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Heraklion to Rhodes
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
10 h
Ferries per day
2
Distance
304 km
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.
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 07 Mar 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.
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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 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £30.
Distance: 164 nautical miles (304 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price |
12h 29m Average total duration 11h 29m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Heraklion to Rhodes Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing 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 6 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:30 Heraklion | 11h10 | 07:40 Rhodes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:30 Heraklion | 8h30 | 06:00 Rhodes | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 7 March | |||||
| BLUE STAR CHIOS | 03:30 Heraklion Port | 11h30 | 15:00 Port of Rhodes | 0 changesdirect | |
| BLUE STAR CHIOS | 06:30 Sitia | 8h30 | 15:00 Port of Rhodes | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 29m. 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 20:30. The fastest ferry covers the 164 nautical miles (304 km) distance in 8h 0m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Heraklion to Rhodes are available to foot passengers.
Distance 164 nautical miles (304 km) |
Average sailing duration 11h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 8h 0m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 20:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
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.
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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.
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