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

The cheapest way to get from Crete to Syros is to ferry which costs €55 - €100 and takes 9h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Crete to Syros is to fly which takes 3h 59m and costs €120 - €490.

Is there a direct ferry between Crete and Syros?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Heraklion Port and arriving at Syros. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Crete to Syros?

The distance between Crete and Syros is 352 km.

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

Book your Crete to Syros ferry tickets online with Omio.

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

The best way to get from Crete to Syros without a car is to car ferry via Naxos which takes 5h 19m and costs €120 - €330.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Crete to Syros, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Syros?

There are 443+ hotels available in Syros.

Crete to Syros - 4 ways to travel via car ferry, plane, and ferry

There are 4 ways to get from Crete to Syros by car ferry, plane, or ferry

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 Naxos
best
1. Take the car ferry from Heraklion Port to Naxoscarferry
2. Take the car ferry from Naxos to Syroscarferry
5h 19m
€127–323
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Heraklion to Thira Santorini Portferry Bsf
2. Take the ferry from Thira Santorini Port to Syrosferry Hsw
9h 55m
€57–97
Fly
1. Fly from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Syros National Airport Demetrius Vikelas (JSY)plane CHQ - JSY
3h 59m
€127–484
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Heraklion Port to Syroscarferry
5h 34m
€140–350

Crete to Syros by ferry

1Weekly Ferries

9h 55mAverage Duration

€57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 352.3 km
Duration: 5h 19m

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

You can take a car ferry from Heraklion Port to Syros via Naxos and Syros in around 5h 19m. Alternatively, Sky Express and Aegean Airlines fly from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Syros National Airport Demetrius Vikelas (JSY) once daily.

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