The cheapest and fastest ferries from Naxos to Irakleia (Island)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 35 m
Ferries on 18 Sept
1
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Naxos to Irakleia (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naxos to Irakleia (Island) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £6.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 ferries from Naxos to Irakleia (Island), including 1 direct services.
On Fri 18 Sept the direct ferries cover the 31 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest ferries will take 1 h 35 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.
EXPRESS SKOPELITIS14:001h35Port of Naxos15:35Iraklia£61One-way0 changes
EXPRESS SKOPELITIS14:001h35Port of Naxos15:35Iraklia£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry for Naxos to Irakleia (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Naxos to Irakleia (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 2h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £6, while a ferry costs an average of £6.
Distance: 16 nautical miles (31 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Driving |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £95 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Naxos to Irakleia (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 23:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 00:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed |
Operator Small Cyclades Lines | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 15:35 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Small Cyclades Lines | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 12:35 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Sun |
Operator Small Cyclades Lines | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 13:35 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:50 | Arrival Time 04:50 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 22:50 | Arrival Time 23:50 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Naxos to Irakleia (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Naxos to Irakleia (Island) ferries for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EXPRESS SKOPELITIS | 14:00 Port of Naxos | 1h35 | 15:35 Iraklia | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Naxos to Irakleia (Island)
Ferries from Naxos to Irakleia (Island) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:55, the last at 21:00. The fastest ferry covers the 16 nautical miles (31 km) distance in 1h 0m. There are 5 sailings per week.
Distance 16 nautical miles (31 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 1h 0m |
First ferry 7:55 |
Last ferry 21:00 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Naxos to Irakleia (Island) ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Naxos to Irakleia (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 Irakleia (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Naxos and Irakleia (Island)
Most Naxos to Irakleia (Island) ferries use the Port of Naxos to Iraklia port pair. Use this guide to compare Naxos and Irakleia (Island) ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Irakleia (Island) port do ferries from Naxos arrive at?
Getting to Iraklia from Irakleia city centre
Iraklia is 3 km from Irakleia city centre. Public transport options include:
Iraklia port facilities and services
Iraklia has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Food and drink
Food options include: Akathi (0.3km), Maistrali (0.4km), Perasma (0.5km)
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Iraklia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Iraklia.
