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Athens to Heraklion

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Athens, Greece → Heraklion, Greece

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Athens to Heraklion

Composite routes from Athens to Heraklion

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Ryanair
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Volotea
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Aegean Airlines
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Sky Express
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Ryanair
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55 min
Monday
$42.03–$343.92
Volotea
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1h
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$59.87–$229.28
Aegean Airlines
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51 min
Every day
$59.87–$216.54
Sky Express
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50 min
Every day
$59.87–$216.54
Seajets
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Fast Ferries
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Blue Star Ferries
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Minoan Lines
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ANEK Lines
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Seajets
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8h 40m
Once daily
$101.90–$280.23
+30 210 4121001
+30 210 4121001
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Fast Ferries
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9h 30m
3 times a week
$49.68–$458.56
+30 210 4284000
+30 210 4284000
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Blue Star Ferries
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9h 15m
Once daily
$53.50–$127.38
+302108919800
+302108919800
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Minoan Lines
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9h 30m
Once daily
$59.98–$139.68
+30 2810 399800
+30 2810 399800
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ANEK Lines
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9h 15m
Once daily
$63.69–$242.02
+30 21 0419 7400
+30 21 0419 7400
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Crete Taxi Transfers
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KTEL Chanion-Rethymnou S.A
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KTEL Irakleiou - Lasithiou S.A
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Crete Taxi Transfers
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1h 30m
On demand
$165.59–$331.18
+30 693-724-9486
+30 693-724-9486
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KTEL Chanion-Rethymnou S.A
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7h 28m
Twice a week
$26.75–$36.94
2821 091288
2821 091288
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KTEL Irakleiou - Lasithiou S.A
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1h 15m
Hourly
$8.92–$15.29
+30 2810 24 50 20
+30 2810 24 50 20
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Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Athens to Heraklion (Region)?

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Heraklion (Region) is to bus and ferry and bus which costs $35.87 - $50 and takes 10h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athens to Heraklion (Region)?

The fastest way to get from Athens to Heraklion (Region) is to fly which takes 2h 49m and costs $53.26 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Heraklion (Region)?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Heraklion (Region). However, there are services departing from Port of Piraeus and arriving at Heraklion via Chania. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 55m.

Is there a direct ferry between Athens and Heraklion (Region)?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Port of Piraeus and arriving at Heraklion Port. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 40m.

How far is it from Athens to Heraklion (Region)?

The distance between Athens and Heraklion (Region) is 347 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Athens to Heraklion (Region)?

Book your Athens to Heraklion (Region) ferry tickets online with Omio.

How do I travel from Athens to Heraklion (Region) without a car?

The best way to get from Athens to Heraklion (Region) without a car is to car ferry which takes 8h 40m and costs $42.39 - $391.30 .

How long does it take to get from Athens to Heraklion (Region)?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Athens to Heraklion (Region), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Heraklion (Region) bus from?

Athens to Heraklion (Region) bus services, operated by KTEL Chanion-Rethymnou S.A, depart from Port of Piraeus station.

Where does the Athens to Heraklion (Region) bus arrive?

Athens to Heraklion (Region) bus services, operated by KTEL Chanion-Rethymnou S.A, arrive at Chania station.

Where can I stay near Heraklion (Region)?

There are 2514+ hotels available in Heraklion (Region). Prices start at $50.90 per night.
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