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Piraeus - Heraklion

Piraeus to Heraklion Ferry

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Find and book ferry tickets from Piraeus to Heraklion

Are you ready for a quick and convenient link between Piraeus and Heraklion? Look no further than the Piraeus to Heraklion ferry. Major operators - ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets, Hellenic Seaways, Minoan Lines, Superfast Ferries - run this route all year, with as many as 6 sailings per day and around 19 crossings each week.


Whether you're searching for a ferry between Piraeus and Heraklion or simply want to view the Piraeus to Heraklion ferry timetable, this guide explains everything that you need to know before you book your ferry tickets.


Are you wondering how long the ferry from Piraeus to Heraklion takes? Most ferries complete the crossing in around 9h 10m, though travel times can vary slightly depending on the weather conditions. It's one of the most efficient and most reliable routes ensuring that you can be on your way in a flash.

Piraeus
Heraklion
Frequency
6-7 days per week
First Trip
00:00
Last Trip
22:00
Avg Duration
9h 10m
Price range
€23 - €248
Companies
ANEK Lines
Blue Star Ferries
SeaJets
Hellenic Seaways
Minoan Lines
Superfast Ferries

Piraeus to Heraklion Ferry Schedule & Daily Departures

The first ferry from Piraeus to Heraklion usually departs at approximately 00:00 while the last sailing departs at around 22:00. The Piraeus to Heraklion timetable might vary depending on the time of the year.

First Ferry
00:00
Last Ferry
22:00
Operators
6
Ferries
3
Daily
19
Weekly
Duration
9h 0m
Fastest
9h 10m
Avg
Ticket Price
€23
Cheapest
€47
Avg

Data last updated 2025

Piraeus to Heraklion Ferry Prices

Booking in advance is the key to securing the best price. Many travellers are looking for cheap Piraeus to Heraklion ferry tickets or want to compare fares before booking. Recent price averages indicate that a passenger can expect to pay between approximately €23 and €248, with a typical fare of around €47. However, prices do fluctuate, so it is always wise to book early to secure the lowest Piraeus to Heraklion ferry price.

Prices From
€23
Avg Price
€47
Min Price
€23
Max Price
€248
Price Range
€23 - €248

Piraeus to Heraklion Ferry Timetable

Operator
Minoan Lines
Vessel
Festos Palace
Departure
21:00
Arrival
06:30(+1)
Duration
9h 30m
Sailing Days
F
M
S
T
T
W
S
Operator
Superfast Ferries
Vessel
Asterion II
Departure
21:00
Arrival
06:15(+1)
Duration
9h 15m
Sailing Days
S
T
T
M
S
W
F
Operator
Minoan Lines
Vessel
Knossos Palace
Departure
21:00
Arrival
06:30(+1)
Duration
9h 30m
Sailing Days
W
F
T
S
S
T
M
Operator
Hellenic Seaways
Vessel
Nissos Rodos
Departure
21:00
Arrival
06:15(+1)
Duration
9h 15m
Sailing Days
F
T
W
M
S
T
S

Ferries from Piraeus to Heraklion

Ferry prices from Piraeus to Heraklion typically range between €23 and €248.

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