The cheapest and fastest ferries from Naxos to Heraklion
Cheapest price
£96
Average price
£96
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Naxos to Heraklion is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naxos to Heraklion will cost around £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £96.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Naxos for Heraklion every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 15 Jul the direct ferries cover the 195 km distance in an average of 3 h 20 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
The slowest ferries will take 3 h 20 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.
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 114:003h20Port of Naxos17:20Heraklion Port£961One-way0 changes
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 114:003h20Port of Naxos17:20Heraklion Port£961One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Naxos to Heraklion
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Naxos to Heraklion among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £99. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 3h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £99, and a flight costs an average of £129.
Distance: 105 nautical miles (195 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£103 Average Price Cheapest | £200 Average Price |
4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 9h 14m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Naxos to Heraklion Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 17:20 | Duration 3h20 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 10:45 | Arrival Time 14:10 | Duration 3h25 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 14:25 | Duration 3h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat |
Live departures
Naxos to Heraklion ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Naxos to Heraklion ferries for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
WORLDCHAMPION JET | 14:00 Port of Naxos | 3h20 | 17:20 Heraklion Port | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Naxos to Heraklion ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Seajets?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Seajets, but also compare tickets for the likes of Blue Star Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Naxos to Heraklion.
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Directferries or Ferryhopper?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Blue Star Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Naxos to Heraklion.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Naxos to Heraklion.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Naxos to Heraklion
Ferries from Naxos to Heraklion run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £99 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:30, the last at 14:10. The fastest ferry covers the 105 nautical miles (195 km) distance in 3h 25m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Naxos to Heraklion are available to foot passengers.


Distance 105 nautical miles (195 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £99 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 3h 25m |
First ferry 7:30 |
Last ferry 14:10 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 77 days |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries from Naxos to HeraklionYou can travel by ferry between Naxos to Heraklion with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries for as low as £99. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Naxos to Heraklion ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Naxos 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.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Naxos and Heraklion
Most Naxos to Heraklion ferries use the Port of Naxos to Heraklion Port port pair. Use this guide to compare Naxos and Heraklion ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Naxos port do ferries to Heraklion leave from?
Getting to Port of Naxos from Naxos city centre
Port of Naxos is 9 km from Naxos city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Naxos port facilities and services
Port of Naxos has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Meze2 (0.3km), Scirocco (0.5km), To Elliniko (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Naxos.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Naxos: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Naxos.
