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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Karpathos to Heraklion
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Karpathos 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 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 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 07 Dec the direct ferries cover the 189 km distance in an average of 5 h 43 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
The slowest ferries will take 6 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 Karpathos to Heraklion
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Karpathos to Heraklion among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 3h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £84.
Distance: 102 nautical miles (189 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £149 Average Price |
4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Karpathos to Heraklion ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Karpathos to Heraklion ferries for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:15 Karpathos | 6h15 | 00:30 Heraklion | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Karpathos to Heraklion
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Ferries from Karpathos to Heraklion run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 04:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 102 nautical miles (189 km) distance in 3h 30m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Karpathos to Heraklion are available to foot passengers.
Distance 102 nautical miles (189 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 3h 30m |
First ferry 04:00 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Karpathos to HeraklionYou can travel by ferry between Karpathos to Heraklion with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Karpathos to Heraklion ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karpathos 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.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Karpathos, which is located around 0.4 miles (698 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Heraklion Port, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
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