Ferry from Chalki (Halki) to Sitia (Crete)
7h · from €18.00 · 1 operator
Chalki to Sitia at a glance
Ferries from Chalki (Halki) to Sitia (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 7h. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €18.00. There are sailings on Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 25 October 2026.
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| Standard ticket | €18.00 | Book now |
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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 Sitia Route Map
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 Lassithi and is noticeably more relaxed than Heraklio 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.
Chalki to Sitia Ferry Fares
Tickets from €18.00.
Weekly Chalki to Sitia 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 | 20:00 | 7h | 2026-08-23 to 2026-10-25 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing |
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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 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 13:00 | 20:00 | 7h | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 13:00 | 20:00 | 7h | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Chalki to Sitia?
Ferries from Chalki (Halki) to Sitia (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 Sitia today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Chalki (Halki) to Sitia (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 Sitia this week?
1 sailing from Chalki (Halki) to Sitia (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 Sitia?
Scheduled departures from Chalki (Halki) to Sitia (Crete) leave at 13:00.
How long is the ferry from Chalki to Sitia?
The crossing from Chalki (Halki) to Sitia (Crete) takes 7h.
How much does the Chalki to Sitia ferry cost?
Published fares for the Chalki (Halki) to Sitia (Crete) ferry start from €18.00. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Chalki to Sitia route?
The Chalki (Halki) to Sitia (Crete) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
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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