Ferries from
Cyclades Islands to Crete
Ferries from
Cyclades Islands to Crete
Ferries from Cyclades Islands to Crete are available with 3 operators. There are 26 ferry routes. Ferries from Santorini (Thira) to Heraklion and Paros to Heraklion are popular ferry trips from Cyclades Islands to Crete. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from Cyclades Islands to Crete sail approximately 125 times per week and are provided by Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines & SeaJets.
Cyclades Islands to Crete ferry time ranges between 1 hour 35 minutes and 10 hours 20 minutes depending on the ferry route, operator, and ship.
The fastest ferry from Cyclades Islands to Crete is in 1 hour 35 minutes on the Santorini (Thira) ferry with SeaJets.
Yes, you can travel on a car ferry from Cyclades Islands to Crete with Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines & SeaJets.
The distance between Cyclades Islands and Crete is 68.0 miles (109.4km) and 59.1 nautical miles.
Cyclades Islands to Crete ferry prices can vary by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry.
The Santorini (Thira) to Heraklion ferry ferry sails approximately 9 times weekly with a crossing time of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Paros to Heraklion ferry ferries sail about 7 times weekly with a sailing time of 3 hours 55 minutes.
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The Cyclades Islands are a Greek archipelago in the Aegean Sea, southeast of the mainland. Whether you’re looking for an action-packed adventure, romantic retreat, or blissful getaway, the Cyclades have it all. Also, not only are they stunningly beautiful, they deliver on the cultural front too, boasting flourishing food scenes and a rich history. You’re never short of fascinating things to see either. Delos is the legendary birthplace of Greek deities Apollo and Artemis and claims many archaeological sites while the world-renowned beaches of Mykonos are the perfect places to unwind after a day of adventure. When it comes to exploring Greece and her islands, travelling by ferry is a quick and convenient way to get around. From the Cyclades, there is a vast network of ferry routes available to the surrounding Greek islands and the mainland, as well as numerous crossings between the Cyclades group itself.
Crete is the largest and most populous island in Greece, situated in the Mediterranean Sea, slightly southeast of the mainland Known for its varied landscapes comprising fertile valleys, stunning beaches and the famous White Mountains found alongside idyllic harbours and sleepy villages, Crete has beautiful backdrops around every corner. Numerous time-honoured traditions remain fundamental to Cretan culture, including Easter feasts, playing stringed instruments called ‘lyra’ and performing spectacular local dances. Some Greeks even say Crete could be its own country due to its diverse terrain and the unique way of life. There are many domestic ferry routes departing the mainland and surrounding archipelagos in the Aegean Sea, arriving at the five Cretan ports on the north coast, including the capital, Heraklion. These sailings have varying journey times and are run by multiple operators, so there’s ample choice when it comes to reaching Crete by ferry.
