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Rethymno to Heraklion

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Rethymno, Greece → Heraklion, Greece

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One way to Travel from Rethymno to Heraklion

Composite routes from Rethymno to Heraklion

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Navigate from Rethymno to Heraklion

Continue onto Μαρούλη
212 m
Turn right onto Ασκούτση
50 m
Turn left onto Λουκάρεως and drive toward Ηράκλειο, Ανώγεια, Πάνορμο
449 m
Turn left onto Κνωσσού
2 km 220 m
Make a U-turn onto Εθνικής Αντιστάσεως
74 m
Arrive at destination

Transport providers

Bus operators

Crete Taxi Transfers

Phone:
+30 693-724-9486
Website:
cretetaxitransfers.gr/
Bus from Aquila Porto Rethymno, Rethymno Town to Heraklion
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$82.80–$197.44
Bus from Rethymno to Heraklion
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$89.16–$203.80

KTEL Chanion-Rethymnou S.A

Phone:
2821 091288
Website:
e-ktel.com/en/
Bus from Rethymno to Heraklion
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.64–$14.01

KTEL Irakleiou - Lasithiou S.A

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

B&S Transfers

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

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Rethymno to Heraklion is to Private transfer which takes 57 min and costs $70.65 - $173.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Rethymno and Heraklion?

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

How far is it from Rethymno to Heraklion?

The distance between Rethymno and Heraklion is 81 km. The road distance is 78.6 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Rethymno to Heraklion bus from?

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

Where does the Rethymno to Heraklion bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rethymno to Heraklion?

Yes, the driving distance between Rethymno to Heraklion is 79 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Rethymno to Heraklion.

Where can I stay near Heraklion?

There are 2537+ hotels available in Heraklion. Prices start at $50.90 per night.
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