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

The cheapest way to get from Ermoupoli to Crete is to ferry which costs €30 - €70 and takes 9h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ermoupoli to Crete is to car ferry via Emporeío which takes 5h 20m and costs €156 - €160.

Is there a direct ferry between Ermoupoli and Crete?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Syros and arriving at Heraklion Port. Services depart once a week. The journey takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Ermoupoli to Crete?

The distance between Ermoupoli and Crete is 352 km.

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

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

The best way to get from Ermoupoli to Crete without a car is to car ferry via Emporeío which takes 5h 20m and costs €156 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Ermoupoli to Crete, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Crete?

There are 2650+ hotels available in Crete.

Ermoupoli to Crete - 5 ways to travel via car ferry, plane, and ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Ermoupoli to Crete 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 Emporeío
best
1. Take the car ferry from Syros to Thira Santorini Portcarferry
2. Take the car ferry from Thira Santorini Port to Heraklion Portcarferry
5h 20m
€157–160
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Syros to Thira Santorini Portferry Bsf
2. Take the ferry from Thira Santorini Port to Heraklionferry Bsf
9h 25m
€32–70
Fly to Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis”
1. Fly from Syros National Airport Demetrius Vikelas (JSY) to Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis” (HER)plane JSY - HER
8h 6m
€60–226
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Syros to Heraklion Portcarferry
5h 25m
€85–210
Fly to Chania International Airport
1. Fly from Syros National Airport Demetrius Vikelas (JSY) to Chania International Airport (CHQ)plane JSY - CHQ
7h 49m
€81–315

Ermoupoli to Crete by ferry

2Weekly Ferries

9h 25mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ermoupoli to Crete.

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Distance: 351.9 km
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a car ferry from Syros to Heraklion Port via Thira Santorini Port in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, Sky Express and Aegean Airlines fly from Syros National Airport Demetrius Vikelas (JSY) to Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis” (HER) once daily.

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