Ferries from Piraeus to Heraklion

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Can't wait to get to Greece? Search your ferry from Piraeus to Heraklion by accessing our online booking system. These pages show you the ferry operators that cover the routes to Heraklion departing from Piraeus and related schedules, tariffs and durations.

The Piraeus Heraklion ferry line is served by the maritime operators Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, K/x Anek Superfast and Minoan Lines offering 27 weekly sailings and travel times ranging from 8 h 40 min to 10 h 09 min (typically morning and evening boardings). You can also get to your destination with your car because ferries that operate on this crossing allow vehicles. For your comfort, services such as bars, shops and self service restaurants will be available during the crossing. Also, you can select from regular seating or various cabin options when booking.

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Piraeus Heraklion route map

PIRAEUS HERAKLION offers

K/X ANEK SUPERFAST

Discounts for children under 10

Children aged between 5 and 10 receive a 50% discount on domestic ferry lines within Greece, including fees.
50% discount

Children under 5 travel free

Children under 5 travel free on domestic lines within Greece, but will not be designated an individual seat or accommodation.
100% discount

Discount on ferries within Greece

Passengers travelling with Anek Superfast on routes between Italy and Greece are eligible for a 30% discount on tickets with Blue Star Ferries for routes to the Cyclades, Dodecanese, Crete and the Northeast Aegean islands.
30% discount

Quadruple Cabin Offer

For every inside or outside quadruple cabin reservation for 4 passengers, one passenger travels free.

Daytime cabin discount

Passengers get a 30% discount if they purchase a cabin on a daytime crossing.
30% discount

Return ticket discount

All passengers that purchase overnight return journeys receive 20% discount on their return ticket price. For day-time departures, the discount only applies to the economy class and seating on deck.
20% discount


BLUE STAR FERRIES

Discounts on ferries within Greece

Passengers with tickets for routes between Italy or Greece with Anek Superfast receive a 30% discount on onward tickets to the Cyclades, Dodecanese, Crete and the Northeast Aegean islands with Blue Star Ferries.
30% discount

Children under 5 travel free

Children under 5 travel free, but will not be designated seating or accommodation.
100% discount

Discounts for children under 10

Children aged between 5 and 10 receive a 50% discount, including fees.
50% discount


Port of Piraeus

The port of Piraeus is located just 12 km south of the center of Athens and is its main port. Historically this port was the starting point for many naval expeditions and the Athenian navy fleet was also based here. Over the centuries, with the decline of Athens the port of Piraeus also declined and then resumed some activities in the nineteenth century. Today, Piraeus is the largest port in Europe in terms of commercial traffic and every year it is a stopover for about 20 thousand passengers. Piraeus covers the routes to the major Greek islands, including the Cicaldi, the Dodecanese archipela... [More information]

Address: Platia Karaiskaki

Directions: Google Map @ Piraeus, port

Guide of Heraklion

Heraklion is the most populated city on the island of Crete and is its regional capital. The town, like the rest of Crete, has an excellent climate all year round and it is possible to swim until late autumn. Heraklion is one of the richest urban centers in all of Greece and like all capitals, it is at an intersection between a new and ancient culture and this can be seen in the urban landscape. The Venetian walls are the focal point of the city and give the city its proud and proud character. Places to visit  Heraklion was the last bastion of resistance against the Ottoman Turks who besi... [More information]

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Want to learn more about your trip from PIRAEUS to HERAKLION?

How long is the crossing from PIRAEUS to HERAKLION?

The duration of the crossing from PIRAEUS to HERAKLION is usually 10 hours 09 minutes with BLUE STAR FERRIES, 9 hours with FAST FERRIES, 9 hours 15 minutes with K/X ANEK SUPERFAST and 9 hours 50 minutes with MINOAN LINES. Travel times may vary depending on the date and time of departure.

How many crossings are there per week from PIRAEUS to HERAKLION?

The ferry operator BLUE STAR FERRIES carries out 1 weekly itineraries, FAST FERRIES carries out 3 weekly itineraries, K/X ANEK SUPERFAST carries out 10 weekly itineraries and MINOAN LINES carries out 13 weekly itineraries. The number of crossings may vary depending on the time of year.

How much is a ferry ticket from PIRAEUS to HERAKLION?

The price of the ticket from PIRAEUS to HERAKLION varies according to the date and time of departure and the offers available at the time of booking. Our website always gives you the best available price. Book now and save.

Can I take my car on the line from PIRAEUS to HERAKLION?

The companies operating on this route allow the transportation of vehicles, so you can get to your destination accompanied by your vehicle.

Looking for information on the return journey?

If you are looking for information on your return journey, click this link Ferries from HERAKLION to PIRAEUS .

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