How to get from Santorini to Crete by ferry
Ferry Snapshot: Santorini to Crete
- 1–2 sailings per day
- Crossing time from 1 h 35 min, up to 4 h 30 min
- Earliest departure 15:30, latest 23:50
- Operated by Blue Star Ferries and Seajets
- Tickets from €92.70
- Boats on this route typically have: cabins, vehicle garage, restaurant, cafe bar, shop, Wi-Fi
Santorini to Crete September 2026 Ferry Timetable
| Departs | Days | Duration | Ferry | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:30 | Daily | 1 h 35 min | Seajets – Champions League Jet 1 | Book |
| 15:45 | Daily | 1 h 35 min | Seajets – Champions League Jet 2 | Book |
| 15:45 | 14 Sep only | 1 h 35 min | Seajets – Worldchampion Jet | Book |
| 22:10 | Wed only | 3 h 15 min | Blue Star Ferries – Blue Star Chios | Book |
| 23:50 | Fri only, from 18 Sep until 25 Sep | 4 h 30 min | Blue Star Ferries – Blue Star Chios | Book |
Santorini to Crete October 2026 Ferry Timetable
| Departs | Days | Duration | Ferry | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:30 | Fri, Sun, until 4 Oct | 1 h 35 min | Seajets – Champions League Jet 1 | Book |
| 15:45 | Daily, from 6 Oct | 1 h 40 min | Seajets – Champions League Jet 1 | Book |
| 15:45 | Daily | 1 h 35 min | Seajets – Champions League Jet 2 | Book |
| 22:10 | Wed only, from 7 Oct until 14 Oct | 3 h 15 min | Blue Star Ferries – Blue Star Chios | Book |
| 23:50 | Wed only, from 21 Oct | 3 h 10 min | Blue Star Ferries – Blue Star Chios | Book |
| 23:50 | Fri only | 4 h 30 min | Blue Star Ferries – Blue Star Chios | Book |
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Traveling from Santorini to Crete by ferry
Crete is located to the south of the Greek mainland, and is the largest island in Greece. Santorini lays just to the north of Crete.
Even though Santorini has an airport, flying from between Santorini and Crete directly is not possible. This means that the only way to get to Crete from Santorini is by ferry.
The good news though, is that the two Greek islands are reasonably close together, and there are plenty of Santorini to Crete ferry services to choose from.
You can check the latest ferry schedules and purchase tickets at Ferryscanner.
Santorini to Crete ferry time
Important note: The Santorini to Crete ferry is considered a tourist route which means two things. Firstly, it only sails for part of the year - July and August especially and maybe a couple of months on either side. Secondly, tickets are not going to be cheap!When it comes to booking Santorini Crete ferry tickets online, the simplest place to look at schedules for Greek ferries is at the Ferryscanner website.
Other Ferries to Crete from Santorini
During the high season in Greece (normally July, August and September), additional ferry schedules may be added on this route according to anticipated demand.
These ferry connections to Crete from Santorini might be operated by SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries, Minoan Lines, and Prevelis. They might be a mix of high speed and conventional ferry trips.
In order to book online and check the latest ferry timetables, I recommend Ferryscanner.
The ticket prices are more or less the same whichever boat you take, starting from 92.70 Euro per passenger. Keep in mind that peak season travel may be more expensive than the shoulder seasons.
Crete Island Travel Tips
A few travel tips for visiting the Greek island of Crete:- Ferries leave from Athinios port, a few kilometres from Fira in Santorini. The ferries then arrive at the port in Heraklion in Crete.
- For places to stay in Crete, I suggest using Booking. They have a great selection of where to stay in Crete and there are plenty of places to stay in Heraklion before you move on to other parts of the island of Crete.
- When you're in Heraklion, the main place of interest to visit is the Palace of Knossos. I've also a guide here on other day trips from Heraklion you can take. For more suggestion, check out these best tours in Crete.
- Ferryscanner is perhaps the easiest site to use when it comes to booking Ferry tickets online. Although I think it's better to book your Santorini to Crete ferry tickets in advance, especially during the busiest time of summer.
- For more travel information about Crete, Santorini and more places in Greece sign up for my newsletter.
- You might also like to read: Taking a road trip around Crete
Santorini to Crete Ferry FAQ
Readers sometimes ask these question about traveling to Crete from Santorini:
How do you get to Crete from Santorini?
The only way to make a journey from Santorini to Crete is by taking a ferry. There are usually one or two sailings a day to Crete from Santorini.
Is there an airport in Crete?
Crete has three airports, which are in Heraklion, Chania, and Sitia.
How long is the ferry ride from Santorini to Crete?
The ferries to Crete island from Santorini take between 1 hour and 50 minutes and 6 hours and 10 minutes. Ferry operators on the Santorini Crete route may include SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries, Minoan Lines, and Prevelis.
How can I buy tickets for the ferry to Crete?
I find that the Ferryscanner website is the best place to book ferry tickets online. Although I think it's better to book your Santorini to Crete ferry tickets in advance, you might also prefer to use a travel agency in Greece when you have arrived.
How early should I arrive at the port in Santorini?
Half an hour before departure is the minimum I would allow. Getting down to the port takes longer than most people expect, so build in extra time for the road.
Dave is a UK travel writer living in Athens since 2015. With 20 years of firsthand travel experience and over 80,000 km of bicycle touring across six continents, he's been blogging at Dave's Travel Pages since 2005. Every guide is based on places he's actually been.
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