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Journey Information
On most days, there is one scheduled ferry that travels from Thera to Heraklion. The ferry trip from Thera to Heraklion is usually about one hour and 50 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your ferry arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 76 mi (123 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 50m |
| Cheapest price | US$68.69 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Minoan Lines |
| Ferry lines | 1 |
What ferry companies travel from Thera to Heraklion?
There is one ferry company that operates from Thera to Heraklion. Minoan Lines is the only company to provide ferry transportation at the moment. It only operates one ferry trip per day, which really narrows down the options.
| Ferry | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minoan Lines | 1 | 1h 50m | US$68.69 |
Book Minoan Lines from Thera to Heraklion from US$69. There are 1 Minoan Lines schedules from Thera to Heraklion and you can expect on average to pay for a Minoan Lines ticket to Heraklion. In Thera, Minoan Lines departs to Heraklion from Athinios Port Santorini and no other station. In Heraklion, Minoan Lines arrives at Ferry Terminal and no other station.
An average trip on Minoan Lines from Thera to Heraklion takes 1 hours and 50 minutes .
Frequently Asked Questions
The ferry usually takes around 1 hour 50 minutes to cover the 76 miles (123 kilometers) from Thera to Heraklion. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short trip.
The busiest day of the week to travel by ferry from Thera to Heraklion is on Tuesday. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Tuesday is typically when ferries are least crowded. If you’re looking for a little extra space, taking a ferry on Tuesday is the way to go.
There is usually only one ferry per day from Thera to Heraklion. Therefore, the 5:00pm ferry is both the earliest and latest ferry.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the ferry leave from in Thera?
Main departure station: Athinios Port Santorini
Most ferries depart from the main station in Thera.
All ferry stations in Thera:
Athinios Port Santorini
Where does the ferry arrive in Heraklion?
Main arrival station: Ferry Terminal
All ferries from Thera arrive at one main station in Heraklion.
Ferry stations in Heraklion:
Ferry Terminal
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