Ferry from Diafani (Karpathos) to Sitia (Crete)
5h 10m ยท 1 operator
Diafani to Sitia at a glance
Ferries from Diafani (Karpathos) to Sitia (Crete) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. Departures in that window are at 14:50. The crossing takes 5h 10m. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. There are sailings on Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 25 October 2026.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 25 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Diafani to Sitia Route Map
Diafani to Sitia takes around five hours with Blue Star Ferries on the Blue Star Chios, running southwest from northern Karpathos to eastern Crete with a call at Kassos on the way. It is a conventional ferry with a restaurant, lounges and deck space, and the crossing covers a genuinely empty stretch of the Aegean with little in sight for long periods.
Sitia is a relaxed port town on the northeast coast of Crete, noticeably less touristy than Heraklio or Chania and with a traditional Cretan feel. A Venetian-era fortress, the Kazarma, overlooks the waterfront. It works well as a base for eastern Crete, with Vai palm beach, the Zakros archaeological site and a string of quieter beaches within reach.
The service runs around once a week and only in season, so it needs building into a plan. The current timetable and fares are shown in the table below. Sitia has its own small airport as well as bus links west to Agios Nikolaos and Heraklio, which gives you options once ashore.
Diafani to Sitia Ferry Fares
No published fares for this route yet.
Weekly Diafani 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 | 14:50 | 20:00 | 5h 10m | 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 Diafani to Sitia between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 14:50 | 20:00 | 5h 10m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 14:50 | 20:00 | 5h 10m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Diafani to Sitia?
Ferries from Diafani (Karpathos) 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 Diafani to Sitia today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Diafani (Karpathos) to Sitia (Crete) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 30 August 2026, at 14:50. Departures fall on Sunday.
How many ferries run from Diafani to Sitia this week?
1 sailing from Diafani (Karpathos) 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 Diafani to Sitia?
Scheduled departures from Diafani (Karpathos) to Sitia (Crete) leave at 14:50.
How long is the ferry from Diafani to Sitia?
The crossing from Diafani (Karpathos) to Sitia (Crete) takes 5h 10m.
Which ferry companies operate the Diafani to Sitia route?
The Diafani (Karpathos) to Sitia (Crete) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Diafani to Sitia ferry
- At ports with multiple berths, check which pier your ferry docks at on arrival – it is not always the same berth every trip.
- The meltemi is a reliable, predictable wind – sailors and ferry operators know its pattern well. It blows hard in the afternoon but often eases overnight.
- Some operators offer promotional fares in spring and autumn to fill sailings – worth checking their websites directly if you are travelling outside peak season.
- Some operators allow seat upgrades at the port ticket desk if higher classes have not sold out – worth asking if you arrive early.
- The eastern coast of islands (lee side) provides shelter from the meltemi; ports on the eastern shore of Mykonos, Naxos, and Paros are usually calmer.
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