Ferry from Chalki to Sitia (Crete)

Chalki to Sitia takes about seven hours on Blue Star Ferries' Blue Star Chios, part of the long run linking the Dodecanese with Crete. The ship typically calls at Karpathos and Kasos on the way, which is much of what makes up the timing. It is a conventional vehicle ferry, so cars and motorhomes travel too.

Sitia sits on the northeast coast of Crete in Lasithi and is noticeably more relaxed than Heraklion or Chania. A Venetian fortress, the Kazarma, looks down over the waterfront, and the town keeps a traditional Cretan feel. It is the natural base for eastern Crete, within reach of the Vai palm beach, the Minoan site at Zakros and a string of quieter beaches.

The route runs about once a week, so plan around it rather than assuming a daily service. Current days, times and fares are shown in the timetable below, with fares starting around €18. Sitia has its own small airport as well as road links west along the coast.

Weekly Chalki to Sitia 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 Chalki.

Chalki to Sitia Ferry Fares

Hiring a car

Do you need a car in Sitia?

Yes, a car is genuinely useful here. Sitia sits about 130km, roughly two hours' drive, east of Heraklion, on the quieter side of Crete. A limited KTEL bus reaches the palm forest at Vai (28km) in summer, but a car gives easier access to Toplou Monastery and Sitia's beaches. Rental offices operate in Sitia town and at the small local airport; compare prices at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Chalki to Sitia between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Chalki to Sitia ferry

• Large ferries can feel labyrinthine at first; take a few minutes to walk the accessible decks after boarding so you know where the toilets, exits, and cafeteria are.
• Motion sickness patches (scopolamine) are available on prescription and are effective for longer crossings; consult a doctor before travelling if you are severely affected.
• A light cardigan or jacket is still useful in summer – the spray and wind on open deck can make even a 30°C day feel cool when the vessel is at speed.
• Ferry cancellations are announced on the operator's website and app, and also through the Hellenic Coast Guard (limenarxeio) at the departure port.
• Children under a certain age travel free on most Greek ferry lines; the exact age threshold varies by operator, so check the terms when booking.

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