Naxos – Heraklion
Ferries to Crete
Naxos – Heraklion
Ferries to Crete
There are approximately 5 weekly sailings from Naxos to Crete (Heraklion). This ferry crossing is available with
The Naxos Crete (Heraklion) ferry typically departs from Naxos at around 13:55.
The average duration of a Naxos Crete (Heraklion) ferry is around 3h 23m. The fastest sailings are approximately 2h 55m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators, type of ship and can be impacted by weather conditions.
On average, there are around 5 weekly ferry sailings from Naxos to Crete (Heraklion). These sailings are provided by SeaJets. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables may differ by season.
Naxos Crete (Heraklion) ferry prices typically range between $340.54* and $617.39*. The average price is typically $342.31*. The cheapest Naxos Crete (Heraklion) ferry prices start from $340.1*. The average price for a foot passenger is $342.31*.
Pricing will vary depending on the number of passengers, vehicle type, route, and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The distance between Naxos and Crete (Heraklion) is approximately 111.3 miles (179.1km) or 96.7 nautical miles.
Currently, cars are not allowed on ferries between Naxos and Crete (Heraklion).
Foot passengers are allowed on ferries between between Naxos and Crete (Heraklion) with SeaJets. Please note that the availability of foot passenger services may vary between ferry operators. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for foot passenger ferries.
Pets are welcome on board Naxos Crete (Heraklion) ferries with SeaJets. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.
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| Naxos - Crete (Heraklion) Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | SeaJets | |
| Average Price | A$339* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 5 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 3h 23m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 2h 55m | |
| First Ferry | 13:55 | |
| Distance | 96 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
Naxos is the largest of the Cyclades Island group in the Aegean Sea, an island group laying to the southeast of Greece. There are many ferry routes departing Naxos Port, the vast majority of the crossings head to other coastal resorts belonging to Greece and are supplied by a few companies.
Heraklion ferry port is located next to the city on the central northern coast of the island of Crete in the southern part of the Aegean Sea at the foot of the Greek islands. The ferry port which is around 500 metres to the east of the Koules fortress and all ships depart from the western part of the port at piers 1 and 2. As well as providing a gateway to the Island of Crete for tourists, Heraklion has for many years served the needs of the Cretan residents with the movement of goods to and from the island. Heraklion port is connected on a daily basis with mainland Greece by modern, luxurious and fast passenger ferries. There are also year round connections to the Dodecanese and seasonal services to many of the Cyclades islands. On an annual basis more than 2 million passengers as well as millions of tons of cargo will pass through Heraklion port. Heraklion itself is the fifth largest city in Greece.
