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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Karpathos (Island) to Heraklion
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 33 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Karpathos (Island) to Heraklion 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 Heraklion will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £15.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Karpathos (Island) for Heraklion every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun 22 Mar the direct ferries cover the 182 km distance in an average of 6 h 33 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
The slowest ferries will take 7 h 55 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 Karpathos (Island) to Heraklion
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Karpathos (Island) to Heraklion among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £79.
Distance: 98 nautical miles (182 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £91 Average Price |
6h 47m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 8h 28m Average total duration Fastest 5h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Karpathos (Island) to Heraklion Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:55 | Arrival Time 20:40 | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:25 | Arrival Time 17:15 | Duration 5h50 | Sailing Days Sun |
Live departures
Karpathos (Island) to Heraklion ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Karpathos (Island) to Heraklion ferries for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:50 Karpathos (Island) | 5h10 | 18:00 Heraklion | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:50 Karpathos (Island) | 7h55 | 22:45 Heraklion | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?
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Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper or Directferries?
- 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 Heraklion.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Karpathos (Island) to Heraklion
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Ferries from Karpathos (Island) to Heraklion run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 98 nautical miles (182 km) distance in 5h 10m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Karpathos (Island) to Heraklion are available to foot passengers.
Distance 98 nautical miles (182 km) |
Average sailing duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 5h 10m |
First ferry 01:15 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Karpathos (Island) to HeraklionYou can travel by ferry between Karpathos (Island) to Heraklion with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Karpathos (Island) to Heraklion ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karpathos (Island) to Heraklion 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 Heraklion, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Karpathos (Island) and Heraklion
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 08:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 14:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- To Perasma Family Restaurant (0.3km)
- Acropolis (0.5km)
- Posidon Taverna (0.7km)
- Main companies are Karpathos Taxi and Island Taxi.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Karpathos Port Stop
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