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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Rafina to Crete (Island)
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
10 h 15 m
Ferries per day
5
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Rafina 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 Rafina to Crete (Island) will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £31.
Of the 5 ferries that leave Rafina for Crete (Island) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, 12 Nov the direct ferries cover the 317 km distance in an average of 10 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h .
The slowest ferries will take 13 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.
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Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Rafina to Crete (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Rafina to Crete (Island) 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 £36.
Distance: 171 nautical miles (317 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £58 Average Price |
9h 16m Average total duration 8h 16m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Rafina to Crete (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 03:00 | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:15 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Wed |
Live departures
Rafina to Crete (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Rafina to Crete (Island) ferries for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:00 Rafina | 9h15 | 03:15 Crete (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 12 November | |||||
| BLUE STAR CHIOS | 15:00 Port of Piraeus | 10h00 | 01:00 Heraklion Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| BLUE STAR CHIOS | 15:00 Port of Piraeus | 13h30 | 04:30 Sitia | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Rafina to Crete (Island)
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Ferries from Rafina to Crete (Island) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 16m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 6 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest ferry covers the 171 nautical miles (317 km) distance in 8h 45m. There are 29 sailings per week. Ferries from Rafina to Crete (Island) are available to foot passengers.
Distance 171 nautical miles (317 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Ferries per day 6 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 29 |
Fastest ferry 8h 45m |
First ferry 07:30 |
Last ferry 22:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Anek - Superfast, Golden Star Ferries from Rafina to Crete (Island)You can travel by ferry between Rafina to Crete (Island) with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Anek - Superfast, Golden Star Ferries 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
Golden Star Ferries
FAQs: Rafina to Crete (Island) ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rafina 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 Rafina 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 08:00-20:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 09:00-18:00
- Free WiFi
- Pixida (0.3km)
- The Cellar Tavern (0.4km)
- Aretousa (0.5km)
- Main companies are Styl Taxi and Mert.
- Free
- Bus Line 96, Kissamos Stop
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 08:00-20:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Inodion (0.3km)
- Mitsakakis (0.4km)
- Ziafeti (0.5km)
- Main companies are Sitia Taxi and Radio Taxi Sitia.
- Free
- Bus Line 3, Sitia Port Stop
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