The cheapest and fastest ferries from Piraeus to Chania
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
7 h 55 m
Average duration
9 h 23 m
Ferries per day
5
Distance
273 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Piraeus to Chania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Piraeus to Chania will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £23.
Of the 5 ferries that leave Piraeus for Chania every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue 21 Apr the direct ferries cover the 273 km distance in an average of 9 h 23 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 55 m .
The slowest ferries will take 10 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.
AQUA JEWEL10:0010h15Port of Piraeus20:15Kissamos£231One-way0 changes
NISSOS RODOS21:009h50Port of Piraeus6:50Heraklion Port£341One-way0 changes
FESTOS PALACE21:009h30Port of Piraeus6:30Heraklion Port£451One-way0 changes
KISSAMOS22:009h25Port of Piraeus7:25Port of Souda£541One-way0 changes
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 19:307h55Port of Piraeus17:25Heraklion Port£911One-way0 changes
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 19:307h55Port of Piraeus17:25Heraklion Port£911One-way0 changes
KISSAMOS22:009h25Port of Piraeus7:25Port of Souda£541One-way0 changes
FESTOS PALACE21:009h30Port of Piraeus6:30Heraklion Port£451One-way0 changes
NISSOS RODOS21:009h50Port of Piraeus6:50Heraklion Port£341One-way0 changes
AQUA JEWEL10:0010h15Port of Piraeus20:15Kissamos£231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Piraeus to Chania
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Piraeus to Chania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £44.
Distance: 147 nautical miles (273 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price |
9h 28m Average total duration 8h 28m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Piraeus to Chania Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 07:25 | Duration 9h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 20:15 | Duration 10h15 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 02:45 | Duration 11h45 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:50 | Duration 9h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 17:25 | Duration 7h55 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed |
Live departures
Piraeus to Chania ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Piraeus to Chania ferries for today, Monday 20 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ARIADNE | 21:00 Port of Piraeus | 9h50 | 6:50 Heraklion Port | 0 changesdirect | |
KNOSSOS PALACE | 21:00 Port of Piraeus | 9h30 | 6:30 Heraklion Port | 0 changesdirect | |
ELYROS | 22:00 Port of Piraeus | 9h25 | 7:25 Port of Souda | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 21 April | |||||
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 1 | 9:30 Port of Piraeus | 7h55 | 17:25 Heraklion Port | 0 changesdirect | |
AQUA JEWEL | 10:00 Port of Piraeus | 10h15 | 20:15 Kissamos | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Piraeus to Chania 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, Anek - Superfast or Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) to find the best option for your trip from Piraeus to Chania.
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- 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 Piraeus to Chania.
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, Anek - Superfast or Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) to find the best option for your trip from Piraeus to Chania.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Piraeus to Chania.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Piraeus to Chania
Ferries from Piraeus to Chania run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 28m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 147 nautical miles (273 km) distance in 9h 0m. There are 30 sailings per week. Ferries from Piraeus to Chania are available to foot passengers.




Distance 147 nautical miles (273 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 30 |
Fastest ferry 9h 0m |
First ferry 0:20 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) from Piraeus to ChaniaYou can travel by ferry between Piraeus to Chania with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Seajets
Anek - Superfast
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
FAQs: Piraeus to Chania ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Piraeus to Chania 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 Chania, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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