The cheapest and fastest ferries from Piraeus to Souda
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
9 h 25 m
Average duration
9 h 49 m
Ferries per day
4
Distance
277 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Piraeus to Souda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Piraeus to Souda will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £23.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Piraeus for Souda every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon 30 Mar the direct ferries cover the 277 km distance in an average of 9 h 49 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 25 m .
The slowest ferries will take 10 h 30 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 JEWEL10:0010h30Port of Piraeus20:30Kissamos£231One-way0 changes
ASTERION II21:009h50Port of Piraeus06:50Heraklion Port£341One-way0 changes
FESTOS PALACE21:009h30Port of Piraeus06:30Heraklion Port£451One-way0 changes
ELYROS22:009h25Port of Piraeus07:25Port of Souda£541One-way0 changes
ELYROS22:009h25Port of Piraeus07:25Port of Souda£541One-way0 changes
FESTOS PALACE21:009h30Port of Piraeus06:30Heraklion Port£451One-way0 changes
ASTERION II21:009h50Port of Piraeus06:50Heraklion Port£341One-way0 changes
AQUA JEWEL10:0010h30Port of Piraeus20:30Kissamos£231One-way0 changes
Piraeus to Souda 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, Sun |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Sun |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 20:30 | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:50 | Duration 9h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Sun |
Live departures
Piraeus to Souda ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Piraeus to Souda ferries for today, Sunday 29 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NISSOS RODOS | 18:00 Port of Piraeus | 9h50 | 03:50 Heraklion Port | 0 changesdirect | |
KNOSSOS PALACE | 18:00 Port of Piraeus | 9h30 | 03:30 Heraklion Port | 0 changesdirect | |
KISSAMOS | 19:00 Port of Piraeus | 9h25 | 04:25 Port of Souda | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Piraeus to Souda
Ferries from Piraeus to Souda run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 2m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 149 nautical miles (277 km) distance in 9h 0m. There are 14 sailings per week. Ferries from Piraeus to Souda are available to foot passengers.



Distance 149 nautical miles (277 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 14 |
Fastest ferry 9h 0m |
First ferry 00:45 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) from Piraeus to SoudaYou can travel by ferry between Piraeus to Souda with Blue Star Ferries, 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.
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FAQs: Piraeus to Souda ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Piraeus to Souda 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 Souda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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