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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Plaka to Crete (Island)
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 38 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Plaka to Crete (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plaka to Crete (Island) will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £38.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Plaka for Crete (Island) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 04 Feb the direct ferries cover the 171 km distance in an average of 4 h 38 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest ferries will take 5 h 10 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.
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Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Plaka to Crete (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Plaka to Crete (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £48, and a flight costs an average of £157.
Distance: 92 nautical miles (171 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £186 Average Price |
12h 55m Average total duration 11h 55m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 10h 56m Average total duration Fastest 7h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Plaka to Crete (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 02:55 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 4h05 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 01:20 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 5h10 | Sailing Days Wed |
Live departures
Plaka to Crete (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Plaka to Crete (Island) ferries for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:45 Plaka | 5h00 | 15:45 Crete (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
| KNOSSOS PALACE | 23:20 Port of Milos | 5h10 | 04:30 Heraklion Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
| ARIADNE | 00:55 Port of Milos | 4h05 | 05:00 Port of Souda | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Plaka to Crete (Island)
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Ferries from Plaka to Crete (Island) run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 55m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £48 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:20, the last at 21:00. The fastest ferry covers the 92 nautical miles (171 km) distance in 5h 0m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from Plaka to Crete (Island) are available to foot passengers.
Distance 92 nautical miles (171 km) |
Average sailing duration 11h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 5h 0m |
First ferry 01:20 |
Last ferry 21:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Anek - Superfast from Plaka to Crete (Island)You can travel by ferry between Plaka to Crete (Island) with Anek - Superfast for as low as £48. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Plaka to Crete (Island) ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plaka to Crete (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 Crete (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Plaka and Crete (Island)
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Kouzina EPE (0.3km)
- Paralia Seaside Restaurant (0.5km)
- Ligo Krasi Ligo Thalassa (0.6km)
- Main companies are Heraklion Taxi and Radio Taxi Knossos.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Stop: Heraklion Port
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday-Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Free WiFi
- Prima Plora (0.7km)
- Alana Restaurant (0.9km)
- Avli (0.9km)
- Main companies are Rethymno Taxi and Crete Taxi Services.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Rethymno Port Stop
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