Piraeus - Rethymno: Ferry tickets and routes
- Ferry routes frequency: every day
- Duration of the journey: 11h
- Ferry ticket price for passenger: €38 - €48
- Companies: Blue Star Ferries, Zante Ferries, Seajets
- Intermediate islands: Syros, Mykonos, Paros, Naxos, Santorini
Ferry Tickets Piraeus - Rethymno
You can book ferry tickets for all routes from Piraeus to Rethymno, Crete, through booktickets either via Heraklion or Chania. There are no direct routes from Piraeus. Using the ticket reservation system on booktickets.gr, you can instantly view real-time prices and departures for ships to and from Heraklion and Chania, and book your tickets in just a few minutes.
What is the frequency of the ferry routes?
Ferry routes from Piraeus to Heraklion and Chania, serving Rethymno, operate daily, with additional increases during the summer. The first departure is at 9:00 from Piraeus, and the last one is at 21:00.
What is the duration of the journey?
The duration of the direct ferry route from Piraeus to Heraklion and Chania is between 8 hours and 40 minutes to 9 hours, using a conventional ship. The road route from Heraklion to Chania takes about one hour.
What are the ferry ticket costs?
The price of an economy ferry ticket for a passenger starts from €36 to €48 for direct routes. With intermediate stops during the summer on the islands of Syros, Mykonos, Paros, Naxos, Santorini, the ticket costs €90, and the car ticket costs €105. However, the final price of the Piraeus - Rethymno trip may vary depending on available discounts, the type of ship, and seat selection.
Can I purchase a student ticket?
You can book a student ticket for the route from Piraeus to Rethymno if you have a valid student ID from a Greek university. With a valid ID, you are entitled to a discount of up to 50% on ferry tickets.
Which companies operate the Piraeus - Rethymno route?
The ferry companies operating conventional passenger ships on the Piraeus - Rethymno route are Anek Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines, and Fast Ferries. The ships usually depart from gates E2 and E3. Blue Star Ferries offers round-trip ticket discounts, and Minoan Lines offers various discounts that you can take advantage of.
How to book ferry tickets Piraeus - Rethymno?
On the booktickets platform, you can make an online reservation for ferry tickets for the Piraeus - Heraklion route. Through this service, you can compare prices and schedules of available routes and choose the best one for your needs. Book your ship journey from Piraeus to Heraklion with reliability and comfort.
