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How to get from Rhodes to Heraklion by ferry ?

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

We know that planning a ferry trip from Rhodes to Heraklion can be stressful, that's why we do our best to make your Rhodes 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 Rhodes Heraklion ferry ticket according to your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most Blue Star Ferries, ANEK Lines or Aigaion Pelagos 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 Rhodes to Heraklion simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Rhodes to Heraklion Ferry Information

Port of departure
Rhodes
Greece
Dodecanese
Port of arrival
Heraklion
Greece
Crete
Distance
189 mi
Ferry Companies
ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Sea Jets, Aigaion Pelagos, Dodekanisos Seaways
Frequency of crossings
2 crossings a week
Minimum crossing time
14 hrs.
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Ferry Rhodes Heraklion: Price, Timetable and Duration

To travel by ferry from Rhodes to Heraklion, you'll find tickets ranging from $29 for one person if you're traveling without a car to $209 if you're traveling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Rhodes-Heraklion route is $118. The average ferry crossing time from Rhodes to Heraklion is 10 hrs. 50 min. The slowest ferries will take 10 hrs. 50 min to reach Heraklion, while the fastest boats will reach Heraklion in 10 hrs. 50 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Rhodes at 11:00.

Average price of a Rhodes Heraklion ferry crossing
$118
Price range for Rhodes Heraklion ferries (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
$29 - $209
Average crossing time Rhodes Heraklion
10 hrs. 50 min
Departure time of first ferry to Heraklion
11:00
Arrival time first ferry to Heraklion
21:50

Why take a ferry from Rhodes to Heraklion ?

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

For a staff that cares
The Blue Star Ferries, ANEK Lines or Aigaion Pelagos staff will be at your disposal from the departure of Rhodes to the exit of the ship in Heraklion. 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 Rhodes 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 Blue Star Ferries, ANEK Lines or Aigaion Pelagos staff if the ship has a luggage room where you can leave your luggage until Heraklion.
No need to worry about traveling with your bike
On the train, bus or plane, it is often very complicated and sometimes impossible to travel with this cumbersome companion: your bike. However, on a ferry, you don't have this problem: your bike is loaded directly into the huge garage of the boat. You leave it there for the duration of the Rhodes-Heraklion crossing in complete safety and without fear of it being damaged. You will find it when you disembark on your arrival in Heraklion.

Which companies operate between Rhodes and Heraklion?

If you're looking to travel between Rhodes and Heraklion by ferry, there are several companies to choose from including Blue Star Ferries, ANEK Lines or Aigaion Pelagos 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.

Blue Star Ferries Rhodes Heraklion
Blue Star Ferries
Blue Star Ferries is a Greek shipping company operating the Rhodes-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 Rhodes-Heraklion fares and book a Blue Star Ferries ticket between Rhodes and Heraklion. More information about Blue Star Ferries
ANEK Lines Rhodes Heraklion
ANEK Lines
Anek Lines is a Greek shipping company operating the Rhodes-Heraklion route and other shipping lines between Italy and Greece as well as between many Greek islands. On Vivanoda, you can compare Rhodes-Heraklion fares and book a ANEK Lines ticket between Rhodes and Heraklion. ANEK Lines operates 2 crossings a week to Heraklion from Rhodes and the journey time is 14 hrs.. More information about ANEK Lines
14 hrs.
2 crossings a week
Aigaion Pelagos Rhodes 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 Rhodes-Heraklion fares and book a Aigaion Pelagos ticket between Rhodes and Heraklion. More information about Aigaion Pelagos

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

Port of departure in Rhodes

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

Rhodes
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Port of arrival in Heraklion

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

Heraklion
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Rhodes to Heraklion, it will take you at least 14 hrs. to cover the 189 mi between Rhodes and Heraklion.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Rhodes and Heraklion in winter) and the ferry company (Blue Star Ferries, ANEK Lines and Aigaion Pelagos). There are currently 2 crossings a week between Rhodes and Heraklion.

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

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

Before booking, compare the prices of ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Sea Jets, Aigaion Pelagos, Dodekanisos Seaways 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 Rhodes 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 Rhodes and Heraklion, you will travel 189 mi.

To go by boat from Rhodes to Heraklion, you can find prices ranging from $29 for the lowest, to $209 for the highest. The average price we've seen is $118.

The first ferry leaves Rhodes at 11:00 for Heraklion.

Your experience of the Rhodes to Heraklion crossing

It's not always easy to get a clear picture of what a Rhodes to Heraklion crossing will be like, especially if you're not familiar with this mode of transportation. 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 Rhodes to disembarking in Heraklion. You can also find some tourist and practical information about Rhodes and Heraklion.

Ready for boarding in Rhodes

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

  • Presentation at the port of Rhodes / You must allow a certain amount of time (check with your Blue Star Ferries, ANEK Lines or Aigaion Pelagos company) before the actual departure time of the ship to arrive at the Rhodes ferry terminal. After this period, the company has the right to refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Rhodes-Heraklion crossing / Go to the Aigaion Pelagos, ANEK Lines or Blue Star Ferries counter at the Rhodes ferry terminal to check in with your passport or ID card and your reservation number. If you are by car, the check-in is done in the vehicle queue.
  • Boarding the ship to Heraklion / Information messages are broadcasted in the Rhodes ferry terminal to invite you to board. If you are traveling by car, Aigaion Pelagos, ANEK Lines or Blue Star Ferries staff will give you instructions to board and park your vehicle on the ship.

On board the ferry Rhodes Heraklion

During the crossing, each person can take advantage of the services available on the Blue Star Ferries, ANEK Lines or Aigaion Pelagos ship as they see fit. Some travelers will want to relax in the privacy of a cabin, while others will enjoy the bars, restaurants, games and stores.

The arrival of the ferry in Heraklion

Here is some information for the disembarkation in Heraklion:

  • Approaching Heraklion harbor / Access to the garage to retrieve your vehicle will not be allowed by the crew until the boat is docked. There is no point in rushing. Instead, enjoy the arrival in Heraklion harbor from the deck of the boat.
  • Vacate your cabin. / If you have traveled from Rhodes to Heraklion in the comfort of a cabin, you will have to vacate your cabin about half an hour before the arrival time in Heraklion.
  • Leaving the ship and discovering Heraklion / Once the garage doors are open, getting off the ship is fairly quick. Pedestrian passengers get off the boat even faster. The customs staff at the port of Heraklion can give you a check. Finally, your stay in Heraklion begins in earnest!

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