What is the cheapest way to get from Chora to Crete?

The cheapest way to get from Chora to Crete is to car ferry via Emporeío which costs €60 - €170 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chora to Crete?

The fastest way to get from Chora to Crete is to car ferry via Emporeío which takes 3h 15m and costs €60 - €170.

Is there a direct ferry between Chora and Crete?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Port of Ios and arriving at Heraklion Port. Services depart twice daily. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Chora to Crete?

The distance between Chora and Crete is 165 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Chora to Crete?

Book your Chora to Crete ferry tickets online with Omio.

How do I travel from Chora to Crete without a car?

The best way to get from Chora to Crete without a car is to car ferry via Emporeío which takes 3h 15m and costs €60 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Chora to Crete?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Chora to Crete, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Crete?

There are 3055+ hotels available in Crete.

Chora to Crete - 3 ways to travel via car ferry, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Chora to Crete by car ferry or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Car ferry via Emporeío
best
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Ios to Thira Santorini Portcarferry
2. Take the car ferry from Thira Santorini Port to Heraklion Portcarferry
3h 15m
€61–169
Car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Ios to Heraklion Portcarferry
5h 40m
€60–170
Car ferry, fly
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Ios to Naxoscarferry
2. Fly from Naxos Is (JNX) to Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis” (HER)plane JNX - HER
4h 19m
€112–654

Naxos Is (JNX) to Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis” (HER) flights

13Weekly Planes

2h 30mAverage Duration

€68Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 164.7 km
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Chora, South Aegean, Greece and Crete, Greece?

You can take a car ferry from Port of Ios to Heraklion Port via Thira Santorini Port in around 3h 15m.

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