Ferry from Kassos (Fry) to Heraklion (Crete)
5h 05m · from €18.00 · 1 operator
Kassos to Heraklion at a glance
Ferries from Kassos (Fry) to Heraklion (Crete) are scheduled 2 times over the next 6 days, 2 or 3 times a week. The earliest departure in that window is 16:30 and the latest is 21:10. The crossing takes 5h 05m. 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 29 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €18.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Deck | €18.00 | Book now |
| CABIN AB4 inside | €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 29 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Kassos 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| 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 |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from October 2025 to September 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Kassos to Heraklion Route Map
Kassos to Heraklio 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.
Heraklio 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 Heraklio there are nightly ferries to Piraeus and frequent buses along the north coast of Crete.
Kassos 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 |
|---|---|---|
| CABIN AB4 inside | cabin | €32.50 |
| CABIN A4 outside | cabin | €39.50 |
| CABIN A2 outside | cabin | €41.00 |
| ECO Deck | passenger | €18.00 |
| NUMBERED AIRCRAFT TYPE SEATS | 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 | 2027-04-30 |
| Passenger, conventional ferry (vessel <10y) | passenger | €18.96 | 2027-04-30 |
| Passenger, high-speed | passenger | €31.60 | 2027-04-30 |
| Car up to 4.25m | vehicle | €46.54 | 2027-04-30 |
Weekly Kassos 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 | 16:30 | 21:35 | 5h 05m | €18.00 | 2026-10-18 to 2026-10-25 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 21:10 | 02:15 | 5h 05m | €18.00 | 2026-10-22 to 2026-10-29 | 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 Kassos to Heraklion between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 2026-10-25 | 16:30 | 21:35 | 5h 05m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-10-29 | 21:10 | 02:15 | 5h 05m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Kassos to Heraklion?
Ferries from Kassos (Fry) to Heraklion (Crete) are scheduled 2 times over the next 6 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 29 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Kassos to Heraklion today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Kassos (Fry) to Heraklion (Crete) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 25 October 2026, at 16:30. Departures fall on Thursday and Sunday.
How many ferries run from Kassos to Heraklion this week?
2 sailings from Kassos (Fry) to Heraklion (Crete) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Kassos to Heraklion?
Scheduled departures from Kassos (Fry) to Heraklion (Crete) leave at 16:30 and 21:10.
How long is the ferry from Kassos to Heraklion?
The crossing from Kassos (Fry) to Heraklion (Crete) takes 5h 05m.
How much does the Kassos to Heraklion ferry cost?
Published fares for the Kassos (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 Kassos to Heraklion route?
The Kassos (Fry) to Heraklion (Crete) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Kassos 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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