Ferry from Sitia (Crete) to Anafi
6h 35m · from €18.50 · 1 operator
Sitia to Anafi at a glance
Ferries from Sitia (Crete) to Anafi are scheduled 1 time over the next 2 days, every other day. Departures in that window are at 19:10. The crossing takes 6h 35m. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €18.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 25 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €18.50 | 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.
Sitia to Anafi through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in August (about once 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 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| November 2025 | 5 | 5 of 30 | about once a week |
| December 2025 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| January 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| February 2026 | 4 | 4 of 28 | about once a week |
| March 2026 | 5 | 5 of 31 | about once a week |
| April 2026 | 4 | 4 of 30 | about once a week |
| May 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| June 2026 | 4 | 4 of 30 | about once a week |
| July 2026 | 4 | 4 of 31 | about once a week |
| August 2026 | 6 | 5 of 31 | about once a week |
| September 2026 | 5 | 4 of 30 | about once 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.
Sitia to Anafi Route Map
Sitia to Anafi is a long haul northwest from eastern Crete into the southern Cyclades, run by Blue Star Ferries aboard the Blue Star Chios. Reckon on around six hours at sea on the conventional ferry, most of it out of sight of land. Fares start around €18.50, which makes it good value for the distance covered.
Anafi is a small, undeveloped island east of Santorini and among the least touristed in the Cyclades. The ferry ties up at Agios Nikolaos, the port village below the hilltop Chora. Travellers come for the emptiness, the beaches and the walk out to the Monastery of Kalamiotissa, which sits on a huge rock summit at the eastern end of the island.
This is an infrequent link, running just a couple of times a fortnight, and Anafi is thinly served generally. The current timetable and fares are shown below. If the dates do not work, the usual alternative is to route via Santorini, which has far more sailings in both directions.
Sitia to Anafi Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €18.50 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 | €18.50 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios |
Weekly Sitia to Anafi 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 | 19:10 | 01:45 | 6h 35m | €18.50 | 2026-10-18 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 Sitia to Anafi between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 2026-10-25 | 19:10 | 01:45 | 6h 35m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Sitia to Anafi?
Ferries from Sitia (Crete) to Anafi are scheduled 1 time over the next 2 days, every other day. 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 Sitia to Anafi today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Sitia (Crete) to Anafi today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 25 October 2026, at 19:10. Departures fall on Sunday.
How many ferries run from Sitia to Anafi this week?
1 sailing from Sitia (Crete) to Anafi is scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Sitia to Anafi?
Scheduled departures from Sitia (Crete) to Anafi leave at 19:10.
How long is the ferry from Sitia to Anafi?
The crossing from Sitia (Crete) to Anafi takes 6h 35m.
How much does the Sitia to Anafi ferry cost?
Published fares for the Sitia (Crete) to Anafi ferry start from €18.50 on a conventional ferry. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Sitia to Anafi route?
The Sitia (Crete) to Anafi route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Sitia to Anafi ferry
- Four-berth cabins offer the best value if you are travelling as a family or small group; the cost divided between you is often comparable to a budget hotel room.
- Cancellation policies vary by operator – most offer a full refund if cancelled more than 24 hours before departure, but read the small print before you book.
- Most large ferries have a self-service cafeteria and a separate sit-down restaurant; the cafeteria is faster and cheaper.
- Once you arrive in Anafi, you can explore the amphitheatrically built Chora, which sits on the ruins of an ancient settlement. A highlight is the hike to the Monastery of Panagia Kalamiotissa, perched on the eastern side of the island with sweeping Aegean views.
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