Ferry from Chalki (Halki) to Heraklion (Crete)
9h 45m · from €20.00 · 1 operator
Chalki to Heraklion at a glance
Ferries from Chalki (Halki) to Heraklion (Crete) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. Departures in that window are at 13:00. The crossing takes 9h 45m. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €20.00. There are sailings on Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 25 October 2026.
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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 25 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Chalki to Heraklion Route Map
Chalki to Heraklio is a long southwestward crossing of around nine and three quarter hours on Blue Star Ferries' Blue Star Chios. It is one of the links that ties the Dodecanese to Crete, usually running via Karpathos and Sitia. The ship is a conventional vehicle ferry with cabins, seating and a canteen, and a berth makes sense on a run of this length.
Heraklio is the capital and largest city of Crete, a busy administrative and commercial hub with a Venetian old town at its core. The Koules fortress guards the entrance to the old harbour, with the restored Venetian arsenali alongside. Most visitors head for the Palace of Knossos just outside the city and the Archaeological Museum in the centre, which holds the Minoan collections.
Sailings are infrequent, roughly once a week, so the sailing day dictates the plan. Current times and fares are shown in the timetable below, with fares starting around €20. Heraklio is one of Greece's busiest ports and airports, with plenty of onward ferry and flight options once you arrive.
Chalki to Heraklion Ferry Fares
Tickets from €20.00.
Weekly Chalki to Heraklion Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 13:00 | 22:45 | 9h 45m | 2026-08-23 to 2026-10-25 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing |
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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 Chalki to Heraklion between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 13:00 | 22:45 | 9h 45m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 13:00 | 22:45 | 9h 45m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Chalki to Heraklion?
Ferries from Chalki (Halki) to Heraklion (Crete) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 25 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Chalki to Heraklion today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Chalki (Halki) to Heraklion (Crete) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 30 August 2026, at 13:00. Departures fall on Sunday.
How many ferries run from Chalki to Heraklion this week?
1 sailing from Chalki (Halki) to Heraklion (Crete) is scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Chalki to Heraklion?
Scheduled departures from Chalki (Halki) to Heraklion (Crete) leave at 13:00.
How long is the ferry from Chalki to Heraklion?
The crossing from Chalki (Halki) to Heraklion (Crete) takes 9h 45m.
How much does the Chalki to Heraklion ferry cost?
Published fares for the Chalki (Halki) to Heraklion (Crete) ferry start from €20.00. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Chalki to Heraklion route?
The Chalki (Halki) to Heraklion (Crete) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Chalki to Heraklion ferry
- Evening arrivals into a lit island harbour are particularly beautiful; consider timing a crossing to arrive at dusk if the schedule allows.
- The Greek domestic ferry network runs year-round on most major routes – even in winter you can reach Santorini, Mykonos, Rhodes, and Crete by sea.
- Sleeping on deck with a sleeping bag or blanket is a beloved Greek ferry tradition on overnight routes; it is free, atmospheric, and surprisingly comfortable.
- 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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