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 7h 5m.

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 2h 11m and costs €80 - €290.

Is there a direct ferry between Crete and Syros?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Heraklion Port and arriving at Syros Port. Services depart six times a week. The journey takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Crete to Syros?

The distance between Crete and Syros is 238 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 which takes 5h 19m and costs €95 - €250.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Crete to Syros, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Syros?

There are 1373+ hotels available in Syros.

Crete to Syros - 6 ways to travel via plane, car ferry, and ferry

There are 6 ways to get from Crete to Syros by plane, car ferry, 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.

Fly from Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis”
best
1. Fly from Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis” (HER) to Syros National Airport Demetrius Vikelas (JSY)plane HER - JSY
2h 11m
€80–286
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Heraklion to Thira Santorini Portferry Bsf
2. Take the ferry from Thira Santorini Port to Syrosferry Hsw
7h 5m
€57–98
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Heraklion Port to Syros Portcarferry
5h 19m
€95–250
Fly from Chania International Airport
1. Fly from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Syros National Airport Demetrius Vikelas (JSY)plane CHQ - JSY
6h 9m
€137–384
Fly from Sitia Airport
1. Fly from Sitia Airport (JSH) to Syros National Airport Demetrius Vikelas (JSY)plane JSH - JSY
15h 9m
€155–520
Car ferry via Naxos
1. Take the car ferry from Heraklion Port to Naxoscarferry
2. Take the car ferry from Naxos to Syros Portcarferry
5h 34m
€118–307

Crete to Syros by ferry

1Weekly Ferries

7h 5mAverage Duration

€57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 238.5 km
Duration: 2h 11m

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

Aegean Airlines and Sky Express fly from Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis” (HER) to Syros National Airport Demetrius Vikelas (JSY) once daily. Alternatively, Seajets operates a car ferry from Heraklion Port to Syros Port 6 times a week. Tickets cost €95–250 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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How to get fromCrete to Syrosby plane, car ferry, or ferry

There are 6 ways to get from Crete to Syros by plane, car ferry, or ferry

Fly from Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis”

Ferry

Car ferry

Fly from Chania International Airport

Fly from Sitia Airport

Car ferry via Naxos