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Three ways to Travel from Heraklion to Rethymno

Composite routes from Heraklion to Rethymno

Cheapest
1 h 11 min
Car
78 km.
from $4
Other
3 h
50 km.
from $17.98
3 h 45 min
50 km.
from $13.96

Transport providers

Bus operators

Crete Taxi Transfers

Phone:
+30 693-724-9486
Email:
Website:
cretetaxitransfers.gr/
Bus from Heraklion Port to Aquila
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$82.80–$197.44

KTEL Chanion-Rethymnou S.A

Phone:
2821 091288
Email:
Website:
e-ktel.com/en/
Bus from Heraklion Central Station to Rethymno
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.64–$14.01
Bus from Heraklion to Rethymno
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.64–$14.01
Bus from Rethymno to Patsos
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2.50–$3.59

KTEL Irakleiou - Lasithiou S.A

Phone:
+30 2810 24 50 20
Email:
Website:
ktelherlas.gr/en/
Bus from Heraklion Central Station to Rethymno
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.92–$15.29

B&S Transfers

Phone:
+30 697 32 04 923
Email:
Website:
crete-taxi-service.com/en
Bus from Heraklion Port to Aquila
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
On demand

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Heraklion to Rethymno?

The cheapest way to get from Heraklion to Rethymno is to bus which costs $6.52 - $13.04 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heraklion to Rethymno?

The fastest way to get from Heraklion to Rethymno is to Private transfer which takes 58 min and costs $70.65 - $173.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Heraklion and Rethymno?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heraklion Central Station station and arriving at Rethymno. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Heraklion to Rethymno?

The distance between Heraklion and Rethymno is 80 km. The road distance is 78.3 km.

How do I travel from Heraklion to Rethymno without a car?

The best way to get from Heraklion to Rethymno without a car is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs $6.52 - $13.04 .

How long does it take to get from Heraklion to Rethymno?

The bus from Heraklion Central Station to Rethymno takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Heraklion to Rethymno bus from?

Heraklion to Rethymno bus services, operated by KTEL Irakleiou - Lasithiou S.A, depart from Heraklion Central Station.

Where does the Heraklion to Rethymno bus arrive?

Heraklion to Rethymno bus services, operated by KTEL Irakleiou - Lasithiou S.A, arrive at Rethymno station.

Can I drive from Heraklion to Rethymno?

Yes, the driving distance between Heraklion to Rethymno is 78 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Heraklion to Rethymno.

Where can I stay near Rethymno?

There are 2744+ hotels available in Rethymno. Prices start at $36.05 per night.
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