Ferry route
Piraeus to Heraklion Ferries
The fastest ferry from Piraeus to Heraklion takes 7 hours 55 minutes. This week Minoan Lines, Seajets, Blue Star Ferries and Superfast Ferries run it, with three to four sailings a day.
Piraeus to Heraklion ferry at a glance
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Ferry operators | Minoan Lines, Seajets, Blue Star Ferries and Superfast Ferries |
| Journey time | Conventional ferry 9 hours 30 minutes to 11 hours 20 minutes; high-speed 7 hours 55 minutes |
| Sailings this week | three to four sailings a day |
| Lowest fare shown | from €33.00 |
| Timetable checked | 24 October 2026 |
Sailings from Piraeus to Heraklion on Saturday 24 October
This is a typical day in the week's timetable, with three sailings. The other days follow the same pattern with small changes, shown in the weekly table below.
| Departs | Arrives | Journey | Operator | Ship | Fare from |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:30 | 17:25 | 7 hours 55 minutes | Seajets | Eurochampion Jet (high-speed) | €89.70 |
| 21:00 | 06:30 | 9 hours 30 minutes | Minoan Lines | Kydon Palace (conventional ferry) | €44.00 |
| 21:00 | 06:50 | 9 hours 50 minutes | Superfast Ferries | Ariadne (conventional ferry) | €33.00 |
Piraeus to Heraklion ferry times this week
| Date | Sailings | Departure times |
|---|---|---|
| Sat 24 Oct | 3 | 09:30, 21:00, 21:00 |
| Sun 25 Oct | 3 | 09:30, 21:00, 21:00 |
| Mon 26 Oct | 3 | 09:30, 21:00, 21:00 |
| Tue 27 Oct | 3 | 09:30, 21:00, 21:00 |
| Wed 28 Oct | 4 | 09:30, 15:00, 21:00, 21:00 |
| Thu 29 Oct | 3 | 09:30, 21:00, 21:00 |
| Fri 30 Oct | 4 | 09:30, 17:00, 21:00, 23:00 |
Who sails from Piraeus to Heraklion
| Operator | Ships this week | Journey time | Fare from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minoan Lines | Festos Palace (conventional ferry), Kydon Palace (conventional ferry) | 9 hours 30 minutes | from €44.00 |
| Seajets | Eurochampion Jet (high-speed), Eurochampion Jet 2 | 7 hours 55 minutes | from €89.70 |
| Blue Star Ferries | Asterion Ii, Blue Star Chios (conventional ferry) | 9 hours 50 minutes to 11 hours 20 minutes | from €33.00 |
| Superfast Ferries | Ariadne (conventional ferry) | 9 hours 50 minutes | from €33.00 |
The fare is the lowest published fare for that operator on the route. It is not a quote for your date, and the price you pay is shown when you book.
Ferries from Heraklion back to Piraeus
Going the other way there are three to four sailings a day this week. Departures from Heraklion on Saturday 24 October are at 08:00, 21:00 and 21:00.
If you are connecting to a flight, read how early to arrive at Piraeus and the same-day flight guide before choosing a return sailing.
Before you sail
Gates at Piraeus depend on your destination and change by season, so use your ticket and the boards at the port on the day. The guides below cover the Heraklion trip from the Piraeus side.
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FAQ
How long is the ferry from Piraeus to Heraklion?
In this week's timetable, conventional ferry sailings take 9 hours 30 minutes to 11 hours 20 minutes and high-speed sailings take 7 hours 55 minutes. Journey time depends on the ship and on any stops on the way.
How many ferries a day go from Piraeus to Heraklion?
This week there are three to four sailings a day. The number changes by season, so check the date you want on the booking page.
How much is the ferry from Piraeus to Heraklion?
The lowest published fare this week is from €33.00. Fares differ by operator, ship and seat or cabin class, and rise on busy dates. The price for your sailing is shown when you book.
Which companies run ferries from Piraeus to Heraklion?
Minoan Lines, Seajets, Blue Star Ferries and Superfast Ferries run sailings on this route this week.
Last checked
Sailings, ships and fares on this page come from the timetable as checked on 24 October 2026 and cover 24 October to 30 October. Operators change timetables, ships and fares, so confirm your sailing on your ticket.
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