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

The cheapest way to get from Crete to Rethymno is to bus which costs €6 - €11 and takes 1h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Crete to Rethymno is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct bus between Crete 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.

Is there a direct ferry between Crete and Rethymno?

No, there is no direct ferry from Crete to Rethymno. However, there are services departing from Heraklion Port and arriving at Rethymno via Thira Santorini Port. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Crete to Rethymno?

The distance between Crete and Rethymno is 79 km. The road distance is 78.4 km.

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

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

The best way to get from Crete to Rethymno without a car is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs €6 - €11.

How long does it take to get from Crete 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 Crete to Rethymno bus from?

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

Where does the Crete to Rethymno bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Crete to Rethymno?

Yes, the driving distance between Crete to Rethymno is 78 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Crete to Rethymno.

Where can I stay near Rethymno?

There are 1525+ hotels available in Rethymno.

Crete to Rethymno - 4 ways to travel via bus, car ferry, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Crete to Rethymno by bus, car ferry, car, or taxi

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Heraklion Central Station to Rethymnobus
1h 15m
€6–11
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Heraklion Port to Thira Santorini Portcarferry
2. Take the car ferry from Thira Santorini Port to Rethymnocarferry
4h 55m
€95–242
Drive 78.4 km
1. Drive from Heraklion to Rethymnocar 78.4 km
1h 10m
€14–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Heraklion to Rethymnotaxi 78.4 km
1h 10m
€75–95

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Crete to Rethymno.

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Distance: 78.6 km
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Crete, Greece and Rethymno, Greece?

KTEL Irakleiou - Lasithiou S.A operates a bus from Heraklion Central Station to Rethymno hourly. Tickets cost €7–11 and the journey takes 1h 15m. KTEL Chanion-Rethymnou S.A also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a car ferry from Heraklion Port to Rethymno via Thira Santorini Port in around 4h 55m.

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