Ferry from Anafi to Heraklion (Crete)
3h · from €17.00 · 1 operator
Anafi to Heraklion at a glance
Ferries from Anafi to Heraklion (Crete) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, about once a week. Departures in that window are at 01:00. The crossing takes 3h. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €17.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Saturday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 27 February 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €17.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Seat | €17.00 | Book now |
| AB42 Cabin | €51.00 | Book now |
Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 27 February 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Anafi to Heraklion through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in August (about once a week).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | 5 | 5 of 30 | about once a week |
| December 2025 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| January 2026 | 5 | 5 of 31 | about once a week |
| February 2026 | 4 | 4 of 28 | about once a week |
| March 2026 | 3 | 3 of 31 | less than once a week |
| April 2026 | 4 | 4 of 30 | about once a week |
| May 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| June 2026 | 4 | 4 of 30 | about once a week |
| July 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| August 2026 | 6 | 5 of 31 | about once a week |
| September 2026 | 5 | 4 of 30 | about once a week |
| October 2026 | 6 | 6 of 31 | about once a week |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from November 2025 to October 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Anafi to Heraklion Route Map
Anafi to Heraklion is a straight run south across open water to Crete, operated by Blue Star Ferries on the Blue Star Chios. The crossing takes about three hours, one of the quicker legs on a line that otherwise spans the Dodecanese. It is a conventional ferry, so there is deck space and a proper seating saloon for the passage.
Heraklion is the capital and largest city of Crete, a busy commercial hub with a Venetian old town at its core. The Venetian fortress of Koules guards the old harbour entrance, with the restored arsenali alongside, and the Archaeological Museum is a short walk into town. Most visitors are here for the Palace of Knossos just outside the city, or using Heraklion as the base for exploring the rest of Crete.
The route runs about once a week, with the current timetable and fares shown in the table below. Fares start around €17. Heraklion is one of Greece's busiest ports and has a major airport, so onward options by sea and air are plentiful.
Weekly Anafi to Heraklion Ferry Schedule
What each ferry company has published for the four weeks from 13 November 2026 to 10 December 2026: the days it sails and its departure times from Anafi.
Blue Star Ferries
Book Blue Star Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 01:00 |
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Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 14 November 2026 to 27 February 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 3 of the 17 days from 14 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 01:00. Fastest crossing 3h. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- December 2026: sails on 4 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 01:00, latest 19:00. Fastest crossing 3h. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- January 2027: sails on 5 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 01:00, latest 19:00. Fastest crossing 3h. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- February 2027: sails on 4 of the 27 days to 27 February, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 01:00. Fastest crossing 3h. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
Anafi to Heraklion Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €17.00 on a conventional ferry. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional ferry | €17.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios |
Ticket classes by operator
Prices for a single adult or vehicle, one way: the cheapest fare on sale for each ticket type, from the operators’ booking systems or published price lists. Fares change, so check the price when you book.
Blue Star Ferries
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| AB42 Cabin | cabin | €51.00 |
| AB43 Cabin | cabin | €51.00 |
| AB44 Cabin | cabin | €51.00 |
| AB4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €51.00 |
| AB4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €51.00 |
| AB4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €51.00 |
| A43 Cabin | cabin | €63.00 |
| A44 Cabin | cabin | €63.00 |
| A4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €63.00 |
| A4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €63.00 |
| A22 Cabin | cabin | €64.50 |
| A42 Cabin | cabin | €64.50 |
| A4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €64.50 |
| AB4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €66.00 |
| A21 Cabin | cabin | €84.00 |
| A4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €84.00 |
| ECO Seat | passenger | €17.00 |
| ATS3 Seat | passenger | €19.00 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
Hiring a car
Can you rent a car in Heraklion?
Yes. Heraklion's ferry port sits about 1km from the centre, an easy walk or short taxi ride, and several rental firms have desks right at the harbour or nearby in town. The city itself is compact enough on foot, but a car pays off once you want to reach Knossos, the south coast or the Lasithi plateau, where buses run less often. Check rates at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Anafi to Heraklion between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 14 November | 01:00 | 04:00 | 3h | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 21 November | 01:00 | 04:00 | 3h | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Anafi to Heraklion?
Ferries from Anafi to Heraklion (Crete) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, about once a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Saturday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 27 February 2027, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Anafi to Heraklion today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Anafi to Heraklion (Crete) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 14 November 2026, at 01:00. Departures fall on Saturday.
How many ferries run from Anafi to Heraklion this week?
1 sailing from Anafi to Heraklion (Crete) is scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Anafi to Heraklion?
Ferries from Anafi to Heraklion (Crete) leave at 01:00.
How long is the ferry from Anafi to Heraklion?
The crossing from Anafi to Heraklion (Crete) takes 3h.
How much does the Anafi to Heraklion ferry cost?
Published fares for the Anafi to Heraklion (Crete) ferry start from €17.00 on a conventional ferry. A cabin berth is published from €51.00. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Anafi to Heraklion route?
The Anafi to Heraklion (Crete) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Anafi to Heraklion ferry
- On multi-day island-hopping trips, the ferry becomes a mobile base – use the time on board to research your next stop, review maps, and plan the next day.
- In July, the meltemi typically produces its strongest conditions in the open Cyclades, particularly between Mykonos, Paros, and Ios; plan shorter hops in this area.
- Weather apps on your phone are useful as a rough guide but marine-specific forecasts (Poseidon, Windy, Windguru) are more accurate for sea conditions.
- If you have mobility issues, inform the ferry company in advance – assistance can be arranged for boarding and disembarkation at most major ports.
- Heraklion serves as the main gateway to Crete, with the legendary Palace of Knossos – the centre of Minoan civilisation – just a short drive from the city centre. The city's Archaeological Museum houses one of the most important collections of Minoan artefacts in the world, and wine tours into the surrounding region are a popular option.
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