Ferry from Kasos (Fry) to Heraklion (Crete)
5h 05m to 5h 10m · from €18.00 · 1 operator
Kasos ferry port is located in the port town of Fry (Fri), on the north side of Kasos Island. Fry port guide.
Kasos to Heraklion at a glance
Ferries from Kasos (Fry) to Heraklion (Crete) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. The earliest departure in that window is 16:00 and the latest is 21:30. The crossing takes between 5h 05m and 5h 10m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €18.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Thursday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 28 February 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €18.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Seat | €18.00 | Book now |
| AB42 Cabin | €32.50 | 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 28 February 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Kasos to Heraklion through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in September (2 or 3 times 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 | 9 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| December 2025 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| January 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| February 2026 | 8 | 8 of 28 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| March 2026 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| April 2026 | 7 | 7 of 30 | about twice a week |
| May 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| June 2026 | 8 | 8 of 30 | about twice a week |
| July 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| August 2026 | 9 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| September 2026 | 11 | 8 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| October 2026 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice 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.
Kasos to Heraklion Route Map
Kasos to Heraklion is a run of around four and three quarter hours with Blue Star Ferries aboard the Blue Star Chios, crossing the open water between the western Dodecanese and Crete. It is a conventional ferry with a restaurant, indoor seating and open deck. This is one of the emptier stretches of the Aegean, so expect a long spell with nothing much in sight.
Heraklion is the capital and largest city of Crete, a busy commercial hub with a Venetian old town at its centre. The Koules fortress guards the entrance to the old harbour alongside the restored Venetian arsenali, and the Archaeological Museum and the Palace of Knossos are the main draws. It is one of Greece's busiest ports and airports, which makes onward travel simple.
Sailings run around twice a week and only in season, so this needs planning into an itinerary. The current timetable and fares are shown in the table below. From Heraklion there are nightly ferries to Piraeus and frequent buses along the north coast of Crete.
Weekly Kasos 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 Kasos.
Blue Star Ferries
Book Blue Star Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 21:30 | |
| 16:00 |
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Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 15 November 2026 to 28 February 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 5 of the 16 days from 15 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 16:00, latest 21:30. Fastest crossing 5h 05m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- December 2026: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 16:00, latest 21:30. Fastest crossing 5h 05m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- January 2027: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 16:00, latest 21:30. Fastest crossing 5h 05m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- February 2027: sails on 8 of 28 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 16:00, latest 21:30. Fastest crossing 5h 05m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
Kasos to Heraklion Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €18.00 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 | €18.00 | 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 | €32.50 |
| AB43 Cabin | cabin | €32.50 |
| AB44 Cabin | cabin | €32.50 |
| AB4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €32.50 |
| AB4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €32.50 |
| AB4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €32.50 |
| A43 Cabin | cabin | €39.50 |
| A44 Cabin | cabin | €39.50 |
| A4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €39.50 |
| A4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €39.50 |
| A22 Cabin | cabin | €41.00 |
| A42 Cabin | cabin | €41.00 |
| A4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €41.00 |
| AB4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €42.00 |
| A21 Cabin | cabin | €54.00 |
| A4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €54.00 |
| ECO Seat | passenger | €18.00 |
| ATS3 Seat | passenger | €20.00 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
Official maximum fares on subsidised sailings
These are ceilings set by ministerial decision for public-service (PSO) sailings, quoted net of VAT and port dues. They are the most an operator may charge on a subsidised departure, not a fare on sale, and they do not apply to commercial sailings on the same route.
| Ticket type | Category | Maximum, net | Valid to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passenger, conventional ferry | passenger | €15.80 | 30 April 2027 |
| Passenger, conventional ferry (vessel <10y) | passenger | €18.96 | 30 April 2027 |
| Passenger, high-speed | passenger | €31.60 | 30 April 2027 |
| Car up to 4.25m | vehicle | €46.54 | 30 April 2027 |
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 Kasos to Heraklion between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 15 November | 16:00 | 21:10 | 5h 10m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 19 November | 21:30 | 02:35 next day | 5h 05m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 22 November | 16:00 | 21:10 | 5h 10m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 26 November | 21:30 | 02:35 next day | 5h 05m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Kasos to Heraklion?
Ferries from Kasos (Fry) to Heraklion (Crete) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Thursday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 28 February 2027, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Kasos to Heraklion today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Kasos (Fry) to Heraklion (Crete) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 15 November 2026, at 16:00. Departures fall on Thursday and Sunday.
How many ferries run from Kasos to Heraklion this week?
2 sailings from Kasos (Fry) to Heraklion (Crete) are scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Kasos to Heraklion?
The first ferry from Kasos (Fry) to Heraklion (Crete) leaves at 16:00 and the last at 21:30.
How long is the ferry from Kasos to Heraklion?
The fastest crossing from Kasos (Fry) to Heraklion (Crete) takes 5h 05m and the slowest 5h 10m.
How much does the Kasos to Heraklion ferry cost?
Published fares for the Kasos (Fry) to Heraklion (Crete) ferry start from €18.00 on a conventional ferry. A cabin berth is published from €32.50. Some departures on this route are subsidised public-service sailings, on which a ministerial decision sets the maximum passenger fare at €15.80 net of VAT and port dues. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Kasos to Heraklion route?
The Kasos (Fry) to Heraklion (Crete) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Kasos to Heraklion ferry
- If you are travelling with young children, bring their identity documents; crew are required to check ID for all passengers regardless of age.
- An overnight ferry crossing doubles as your accommodation for the night – a cabin costs less than most island hotel rooms and you wake up at your destination.
- Wheelchair ramps are available at most larger ports, but smaller island ports may require assistance from crew – request help when booking.
- 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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