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

The cheapest way to get from Constantinople to Crete is to bus and ferry via Istanbul Alibeyköy which costs €90 - €120 and takes 26h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Constantinople to Crete is to fly which takes 4h 46m and costs €70 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Constantinople and Crete?

No, there is no direct bus from Constantinople to Crete. However, there are services departing from Eminönü and arriving at Heraklion via Necip Fazıl Kısakürek, Istanbul Esenler Otogari and Thessaloniki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 18m.

How far is it from Constantinople to Crete?

The distance between Constantinople and Crete is 776 km.

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

The best way to get from Constantinople to Crete without a car is to bus and ferry via Istanbul Alibeyköy which takes 26h 27m and costs €90 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Constantinople to Crete, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Constantinople to Crete bus from?

Constantinople to Crete bus services, operated by Arda Tur, depart from Istanbul Esenler Otogari station.

Where does the Constantinople to Crete bus arrive?

Constantinople to Crete bus services, operated by Arda Tur, arrive at Thessaloniki station.

Where can I stay near Crete?

There are 2601+ hotels available in Crete.

Constantinople to Crete - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, ferry, and car ferry

There are 7 ways to get from Constantinople to Crete by plane, bus, ferry, car ferry, or busferry

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

Fly to Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis”
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1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis” (HER)plane IST - HER
4h 46m
€71–211
Bus, ferry via Istanbul Alibeyköy
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Alibeyköy to Marmarisbus
2. Take the ferry from Port of Marmaris to Port of Rhodesferry
3. Take the ferry from Rhodes to Heraklionferry Bsf
26h 27m
€92–115
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Marmaris bus stationbus
2. Take the ferry from Port of Marmaris to Port of Rhodesferry
3. Take the ferry from Rhodes to Heraklionferry Bsf
27h 1m
€94–115
Fly to Sitia Airport
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Sitia Airport (JSH)plane IST - JSH
6h 55m
€100–300
Fly to Chania International Airport
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Chania International Airport (CHQ)plane IST - CHQ
7h
€102–270
Bus, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Athensbus
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Piraeus to Heraklion Portcarferry
28h 13m
€117–268
Bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Thessaloniki stationbus Arda-Tur
2. Take the busferry from Thessaloniki to Heraklionbusferry
28h 18m
€117–172

Istanbul (IST) to Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis” (HER) flights

54Weekly Planes

3h 25mAverage Duration

€68Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 775.6 km
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Constantinople, Turkey and Crete, Greece?

Aegean Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Sky Express fly from Istanbul (IST) to Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis” (HER) every 4 hours.

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