The cheapest and fastest ferries from Thira to Crete (Island)
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 20 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Thira 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 Thira to Crete (Island) will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £14.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Thira for Crete (Island) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 13 May the direct ferries cover the 142 km distance in an average of 4 h 20 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest ferries will take 7 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.
DIAGORAS22:553h50Athinios Port2:45Heraklion Port£141One-way0 changes
DIAGORAS22:557h30Athinios Port6:25Sitia£201One-way0 changes
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 115:451h40Athinios Port17:25Heraklion Port£911One-way0 changes
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 115:451h40Athinios Port17:25Heraklion Port£911One-way0 changes
DIAGORAS22:553h50Athinios Port2:45Heraklion Port£141One-way0 changes
DIAGORAS22:557h30Athinios Port6:25Sitia£201One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Thira to Crete (Island)
Ferries from Thira to Crete (Island) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest ferry covers the 76 nautical miles (142 km) distance in 1h 40m. There are 10 sailings per week. Ferries from Thira to Crete (Island) are available to foot passengers.


Distance 76 nautical miles (142 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 10 |
Fastest ferry 1h 40m |
First ferry 1:15 |
Last ferry 23:50 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries from Thira to Crete (Island)You can travel by ferry between Thira to Crete (Island) with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Thira to Crete (Island) ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thira 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.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Thira and Crete (Island)
- 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
- 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
- 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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