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Journey Information
There is one daily ferry from Heraklion to Thera. Traveling by ferry from Heraklion to Thera usually takes around one hour and 55 minutes, but some ferries might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 76 mi (123 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 55m |
| Cheapest price | $94.81 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Minoan Lines |
| Ferry lines | 1 |
What ferry companies travel from Heraklion to Thera?
There is one ferry company that operates from Heraklion to Thera. 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 55m | $94.81 |
Book Minoan Lines from Heraklion to Thera from $95. There are 1 Minoan Lines schedules from Heraklion to Thera and you can expect on average to pay for a Minoan Lines ticket to Thera. In Heraklion, Minoan Lines departs to Thera from Ferry Terminal and no other station. In Thera, Minoan Lines arrives at Athinios Port Santorini and no other station.
An average trip on Minoan Lines from Heraklion to Thera takes 1 hours and 55 minutes .
Frequently Asked Questions
The ferry usually takes around 1 hour 55 minutes to cover the 76 miles (123 kilometers) from Heraklion to Thera. 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 Heraklion to Thera is on Wednesday. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Wednesday is typically when ferries are least crowded. If you’re looking for a little extra space, taking a ferry on Wednesday is the way to go.
There is usually only one ferry per day from Heraklion to Thera. Therefore, the 10:00am ferry is both the earliest and latest ferry.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the ferry leave from in Heraklion?
Main departure station: Ferry Terminal
Most ferries depart from the main station in Heraklion.
All ferry stations in Heraklion:
Ferry Terminal
Where does the ferry arrive in Thera?
Main arrival station: Athinios Port Santorini
All ferries from Heraklion arrive at one main station in Thera.
Ferry stations in Thera:
Athinios Port Santorini
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