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How to get from Anafi to Heraklion by ferry ?

Looking for the perfect Anafi to Heraklion ferry ticket? Look no further, you've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Anafi to Heraklion is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.

We know that planning a ferry trip from Anafi to Heraklion can be stressful, that's why we do our best to make your Anafi to Heraklion ferry booking as quick and easy as possible.

With Vivanoda, our easy to use platform, you can compare prices, routes and services of different ferry companies like ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries or Sea Jets. This way you can find the best price for a Anafi Heraklion ferry ticket according to your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries ships offer onboard amenities such as cabins, restaurants, stores, Wi-Fi and more. Often, they also offer facilities for people with limited mobility.

To find the best deals on ferries from Anafi to Heraklion simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Anafi to Heraklion Ferry Information

Port of departure
Anafi
Greece
Cyclades Islands
Port of arrival
Heraklion
Greece
Crete
Distance
80 mi
Ferry Companies
ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Sea Jets, Aigaion Pelagos, LANE Sea Line
Frequency of crossings
1 crossings a week
Minimum crossing time
4 hrs.
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Why take a ferry from Anafi to Heraklion ?

Whether you're travelling solo, with a partner or with the family, a Anafi to Heraklion ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Heraklion. Here are 3 reasons why we think Anafi to Heraklion ferry is an ideal way to travel.

To finally take the time to travel
It is well known that we live in a society where everything must go fast, always faster. Sailing at less than 40km/h on board a ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries ferry on the 80 mi between Anafi and Heraklion will be a relaxing stop. All ships are equipped with a multitude of services (bar, restaurants, lounges, entertainment, etc...). It is even likely that you will regret arriving in Heraklion so quickly!
For a staff that cares
The ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries staff will be at your disposal from the departure of Anafi to the exit of the ship in Heraklion. They will orient you in the ship, guide you to your cabin, serve you in the restaurant and answer any question you may have. An information desk is almost always present on the main deck of the ship.
Not to worry about the number of bags
With the train, bus or plane, a free baggage allowance is often applied and any additional baggage generates an additional cost. For the Anafi to Heraklion crossing, as long as all your luggage is contained in your car, no extra charge is required. If you are traveling without a car, then you will be restricted in your movements all the way to Heraklion. However, it is worth asking the ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries staff if the ship has a luggage room where you can leave your luggage until Heraklion.

Which companies operate between Anafi and Heraklion?

If you're looking to travel between Anafi and Heraklion by ferry, there are several companies to choose from including ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries who offer regular services between the two cities. You can find more information about the different ferry companies on this route and their departure times here.

ANEK Lines Anafi Heraklion
ANEK Lines
Anek Lines is a Greek shipping company operating the Anafi-Heraklion route and other shipping lines between Italy and Greece as well as between many Greek islands. On Vivanoda, you can compare Anafi-Heraklion fares and book a ANEK Lines ticket between Anafi and Heraklion. ANEK Lines operates 1 crossings a week to Heraklion from Anafi and the journey time is 4 hrs.. More information about ANEK Lines
4 hrs.
1 crossings a week
Aigaion Pelagos Anafi Heraklion
Aigaion Pelagos
Aigaion Pelagos was founded in 1999 and has its headquarters in Athens, Greece. The company serves the Greek islands and ports of the Aegean Sea. On Vivanoda, you can compare Anafi-Heraklion fares and book a Aigaion Pelagos ticket between Anafi and Heraklion. More information about Aigaion Pelagos
Blue Star Ferries Anafi Heraklion
Blue Star Ferries
Blue Star Ferries is a Greek shipping company operating the Anafi-Heraklion route as well as other domestic crossings between mainland Greece and its myriad of islands (Cyclades, Ionian, Crete, Dodecanese). On Vivanoda, you can compare Anafi-Heraklion fares and book a Blue Star Ferries ticket between Anafi and Heraklion. More information about Blue Star Ferries

Where do the ferries leave from in Anafi? Where do the boats arrive in Heraklion?

Port of departure in Anafi

ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries ferries depart for Heraklion from the following ports in Anafi:

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Port of arrival in Heraklion

Blue Star Ferries, Aigaion Pelagos or ANEK Lines ships arrive in Heraklion from the following ports:

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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Anafi to Heraklion, it will take you at least 4 hrs. to cover the 80 mi between Anafi and Heraklion.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Anafi and Heraklion in winter) and the ferry company (ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos and Blue Star Ferries). There are currently 1 crossings a week between Anafi and Heraklion.

There are 3 ferry companies operating between Anafi and Heraklion: ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos and Blue Star Ferries.

Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Sea Jets, Aigaion Pelagos, LANE Sea Line.

Before booking, compare the prices of ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Sea Jets, Aigaion Pelagos, LANE Sea Line on our website Vivanoda. Then book the crossing of your choice easily and safely on our partner's website.

If you want to change or cancel your Anafi Heraklion ferry booking, you can do so easily by contacting our partner who manages your booking. Please note that, depending on the fare conditions, some tickets are not refundable or changeable. It is important to take this into account when booking your ticket.

During your crossing between Anafi and Heraklion, you will travel 80 mi.

Your experience of the Anafi to Heraklion crossing

If you have never been on a ferry before, it is difficult to imagine what a day at sea between Anafi and Heraklion would be like. To help you immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries or Sea Jets ferry cruise, we explain here the different stages of the journey, from boarding the ship in Anafi to disembarking in Heraklion. You can also find some tourist and practical information about Anafi and Heraklion.

Ready for boarding in Anafi

Here are the steps to embark before your Anafi Heraklion sea voyage begins:

  • Presentation at the port of Anafi / You should arrive at the Anafi ferry terminal within the time limit set by ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries. After this period, the company has the right to refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Anafi-Heraklion crossing / Go to the Blue Star Ferries, Aigaion Pelagos or ANEK Lines counter at the Anafi ferry terminal to check in with your passport or ID card and your reservation number. If you are by car, get in the reserved lines. The check-in will be done directly from your vehicle.
  • Boarding the ship to Heraklion / Information messages are broadcasted in the Anafi ferry terminal to invite you to board. If you are traveling by car, Blue Star Ferries, Aigaion Pelagos or ANEK Lines staff will give you instructions to board and park your vehicle on the ship.

On board the ship between Anafi and Heraklion

During the crossing, each person can take advantage of the services available on the ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries ship as they see fit. While some people will be inclined to relax in a cozy lounge, others will be sure to shop in the boutiques or eat at the self-service restaurant.

The arrival of the ferry in Heraklion

Here is some information for the disembarkation in Heraklion:

  • Approaching Heraklion harbor / You will not be able to return to your vehicle until the ferry has stopped and tied up to the dock in Heraklion Harbour. There is no point in rushing. Instead, enjoy the arrival in Heraklion harbor from the deck of the boat.
  • Vacate your cabin. / You will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Heraklion Harbor.
  • Leaving the ship and discovering Heraklion / You get your car out of the huge ferry garage relatively quickly, once the doors are open. Pedestrian passengers get off the boat even faster. In Heraklion, you are likely to pass a customs check. Finally, your stay in Heraklion begins in earnest!

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