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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Karpathos (Island) to Crete (Island)
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
6 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 18 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Karpathos (Island) to Crete (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karpathos (Island) to Crete (Island) will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £17.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Karpathos (Island) for Crete (Island) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu 30 Jul the direct ferries cover the 213 km distance in an average of 7 h 18 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 7 h 50 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.
19:156h15Karpathos (Island)1:30Crete (Island)£171One-way0 changes- 21:357h50Karpathos (Island)5:25Crete (Island)£171One-way0 changes
- 20:357h50Karpathos (Island)4:25Crete (Island)£181One-way0 changes
- 19:156h15Karpathos (Island)1:30Crete (Island)£171One-way0 changes
- 21:357h50Karpathos (Island)5:25Crete (Island)£171One-way0 changes
- 20:357h50Karpathos (Island)4:25Crete (Island)£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Karpathos (Island) to Crete (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Karpathos (Island) to Crete (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 4h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £79.
Distance: 115 nautical miles (213 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £131 Average Price |
5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 4h 16m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 8h 36m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Karpathos (Island) to Crete (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 23:20 | Duration 3h50 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 19:15 | Arrival Time 01:30 | Duration 6h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:25 | Arrival Time 15:15 | Duration 5h50 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:25 | Arrival Time 14:15 | Duration 5h50 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:35 | Arrival Time 05:25 | Duration 7h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 20:35 | Arrival Time 04:25 | Duration 7h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 14:50 | Arrival Time 21:35 | Duration 6h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 13:10 | Arrival Time 21:35 | Duration 8h25 | Sailing Days Sun |
Live departures
Karpathos (Island) to Crete (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Karpathos (Island) to Crete (Island) ferries for today, Tuesday 28 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:15 Karpathos (Island) | 6h15 | 1:30 Crete (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:35 Karpathos (Island) | 7h50 | 4:25 Crete (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:35 Karpathos (Island) | 7h50 | 5:25 Crete (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Karpathos (Island) to Crete (Island) ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Blue Star Ferries, but also compare tickets for the likes of Seajets to find the best option for your trip from Karpathos (Island) to Crete (Island).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Blue Star Ferries with all available travel options, which are ferry and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Karpathos (Island) to Crete (Island).
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Directferries or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Seajets to find the best option for your trip from Karpathos (Island) to Crete (Island).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Karpathos (Island) to Crete (Island).
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Karpathos (Island) to Crete (Island)
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Ferries from Karpathos (Island) to Crete (Island) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 115 nautical miles (213 km) distance in 5h 50m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Karpathos (Island) to Crete (Island) are available to foot passengers.
Distance 115 nautical miles (213 km) |
Average sailing duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 5h 50m |
First ferry 0:30 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets from Karpathos (Island) to Crete (Island)You can travel by ferry between Karpathos (Island) to Crete (Island) with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Karpathos (Island) to Crete (Island) ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karpathos (Island) to Crete (Island) 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 Crete (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Karpathos (Island) and Crete (Island)
Most Karpathos (Island) to Crete (Island) ferries use the Port of Karpathos to Heraklion Port port pair, with some services arriving at Sitia. Use this guide to compare Karpathos (Island) and Crete (Island) ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Karpathos (Island) port do ferries to Crete (Island) leave from?
Getting to Port of Karpathos from Karpathos city centre
Port of Karpathos is 12 km from Karpathos city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Karpathos port facilities and services
Port of Karpathos has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: To Perasma Family Restaurant (0.3km), Acropolis (0.5km), Posidon Taverna (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available at the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Karpathos.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Karpathos: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Karpathos.
Which Crete (Island) port do ferries from Karpathos (Island) arrive at?
Getting to Heraklion Port from Crete city centre
Heraklion Port is 32 km from Crete city centre. Public transport options include:
Heraklion Port port facilities and services
Heraklion Port has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kouzina EPE (0.3km), Paralia Seaside Restaurant (0.5km), Ligo Krasi Ligo Thalassa (0.6km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heraklion Port.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heraklion Port: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heraklion Port.
Getting to Sitia from Crete city centre
Sitia is 1 km from Crete city centre. Public transport options include:
Sitia port facilities and services
Sitia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Inodion (0.3km), Mitsakakis (0.4km), Ziafeti (0.5km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sitia.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sitia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sitia.
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