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 €50 - €65 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 5h 6m and costs €100 - €380.

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 a week. 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?

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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 29m and costs €130 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Crete to Syros, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Crete and Syros?

Syros is 1h behind Crete. It is currently 7:33 PM in Crete and 6:33 PM in Syros.

Where can I stay near Syros?

There are 904+ 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 Naxos
2. Take the car ferry from Naxos to Syros
5h 29m
€132–235
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Heraklion to Thira Santorini PortBsf
2. Take the ferry from Thira Santorini Port to SyrosHsw
9h 55m
€50–65
Fly
1. Fly from Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis” (HER) to Syros National Airport Demetrius Vikelas (JSY)HER - JSY
5h 6m
€100–376
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Heraklion Port to Syros
5h 34m
€85–210

Crete to Syros by ferry

1Weekly Ferries

9h 55mAverage Duration

€50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 352.3 km
Duration: 5h 29m

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 29m. Alternatively, Aegean Airlines, Sky Express, and Ryanair fly from Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis” (HER) to Syros National Airport Demetrius Vikelas (JSY) 6 times a week.

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