Ferry from Sitia (Crete) to Heraklion (Crete)
2h 15m · from €15.00 · 1 operator
Sitia to Heraklion at a glance
Ferries from Sitia (Crete) to Heraklion (Crete) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 01:15 and the latest is 20:30. The crossing takes 2h 15m. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €15.00. There are sailings on Friday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 30 October 2026.
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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 30 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Sitia to Heraklion Route Map
Blue Star Ferries' Blue Star Chios runs west along the Cretan north coast from Sitia to Heraklio in around two and a quarter hours. It is the closing leg of the long line in from the Dodecanese, so the ship is a full-size conventional ferry with cabins and a vehicle deck. Fares start around €15.
Heraklio is the capital of Crete and its commercial centre, a large and busy city rather than a resort. The Venetian fortress of Koules guards the entrance to the old harbour, with the restored Venetian arsenali alongside, and the old town behind runs back to the Archaeological Museum and the main squares. The Palace of Knossos is a short bus ride out of the city, and Heraklio's airport and ferry port make it the main gateway to the whole island.
The ferry runs a couple of times a week rather than daily, following the Dodecanese schedule rather than local demand. The current timetable and fares are listed below. For everyday travel between the two towns the KTEL bus along the north coast road is more frequent and usually quicker.
Sitia to Heraklion Ferry Fares
Tickets from €15.00.
Weekly Sitia 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 | 01:15 | 03:30 | 2h 15m | 2026-08-21 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 20:30 | 22:45 | 2h 15m | 2026-08-23 to 2026-10-25 | 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.
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 Heraklion between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 01:15 | 03:30 | 2h 15m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 20:30 | 22:45 | 2h 15m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-09-04 | 01:15 | 03:30 | 2h 15m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 20:30 | 22:45 | 2h 15m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Sitia to Heraklion?
Ferries from Sitia (Crete) to Heraklion (Crete) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Friday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 30 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Sitia to Heraklion today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Sitia (Crete) to Heraklion (Crete) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 28 August 2026, at 01:15. Departures fall on Friday and Sunday.
How many ferries run from Sitia to Heraklion this week?
2 sailings from Sitia (Crete) 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 Sitia to Heraklion?
Scheduled departures from Sitia (Crete) to Heraklion (Crete) leave at 01:15 and 20:30.
How long is the ferry from Sitia to Heraklion?
The crossing from Sitia (Crete) to Heraklion (Crete) takes 2h 15m.
How much does the Sitia to Heraklion ferry cost?
Published fares for the Sitia (Crete) to Heraklion (Crete) ferry start from €15.00. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Sitia to Heraklion route?
The Sitia (Crete) to Heraklion (Crete) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Sitia to Heraklion ferry
- Bring a portable power bank rated at least 10,000 mAh; charging sockets on ferries are not always reliable, and island power cuts are not unheard of.
- Children tend to find ferry journeys exciting rather than tedious; give them a small bag of activities or let them explore the accessible deck areas safely.
- 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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