The cheapest and fastest ferries from Thira to Rethymno
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£53
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 5 m
Ferries on 18 Sept
2
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Thira to Rethymno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thira to Rethymno will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £13.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 ferries from Thira to Rethymno, including 2 direct services.
On Fri 18 Sept the direct ferries cover the 146 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest ferries will take 4 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.
21:504h30Thira2:20Rethymno£131One-way0 changes
12:451h40Thira14:25Rethymno£931One-way0 changes
12:451h40Thira14:25Rethymno£931One-way0 changes
21:504h30Thira2:20Rethymno£131One-way0 changes
Thira to Rethymno Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 12:30 | Arrival Time 14:10 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:50 | Arrival Time 02:20 | Duration 4h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 20:55 | Arrival Time 00:45 | Duration 3h50 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 19:55 | Arrival Time 23:45 | Duration 3h50 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 12:45 | Arrival Time 14:25 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Live departures
Thira to Rethymno ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Thira to Rethymno ferries for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:45 Thira | 1h40 | 14:25 Rethymno | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:50 Thira | 4h30 | 2:20 Rethymno | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Thira to Rethymno
Ferries from Thira to Rethymno run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 78 nautical miles (146 km) distance in 1h 35m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Thira to Rethymno are available to foot passengers.

Distance 78 nautical miles (146 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 1h 35m |
First ferry 0:20 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Ferry operators: Seajets from Thira to RethymnoYou can travel by ferry between Thira to Rethymno with Seajets for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Thira to Rethymno ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thira to Rethymno 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 Rethymno, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

