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How to get from Heraklion to Rhodes by ferry ?

Looking for the perfect Heraklion to Rhodes ferry ticket? You've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Heraklion to Rhodes is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.

We know that planning a ferry trip from Heraklion to Rhodes can be stressful, so we do our best to make your Heraklion to Rhodes ferry booking as quick and easy as possible.

With Vivanoda, our easy to use platform, you can compare prices, routes and services of different ferry companies like ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Aigaion Pelagos, Sea Jets or Dodekanisos Seaways. This way you can find the best deal on a Heraklion Rhodes ferry ticket to suit your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most Aigaion Pelagos, Blue Star Ferries or ANEK Lines ships offer on-board facilities such as cabins, restaurants, shops, Wi-Fi and more. Often they also offer facilities for people with reduced mobility.

To find the best deals on ferries from Heraklion to Rhodes simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Heraklion to Rhodes Ferry Information

Port of departure
Heraklion
Greece
Crete
Port of Arrival
Rhodes
Greece
Dodecanese
Distance
189 mi
Ferry Companies
ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Aigaion Pelagos, Sea Jets, Dodekanisos Seaways
Frequency of crossings
2 crossings a week
Minimum crossing time
14 hours 30 min
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Ferry Heraklion Rhodes: Fares, Timetables and Duration

To travel by ferry from Heraklion to Rhodes, you'll find tickets range from £23 for one person if you're travelling without a car to £171 if you're travelling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Heraklion to Rhodes route is £97. The average ferry crossing time from Heraklion to Rhodes is 12 hours 9 min. The slowest ferries will take 13 hours to reach Rhodes, while the fastest boats will arrive in Rhodes in 11 hours. The first ferry leaves the port of Heraklion at 05:25.

Average price of a Heraklion to Rhodes ferry crossing
£97
Price range of ferries Heraklion Rhodes (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
£23 - £171
Average crossing time Heraklion Rhodes
12 hours 9 min
Departure time of first ferry to Rhodes
05:25
Arrival time of first ferry to Rhodes
16:25
Arrival time of last ferry to Rhodes
18:25

Why travel by ferry from Heraklion to Rhodes?

Whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with the family, a Heraklion to Rhodes ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Rhodes. Here are 3 reasons why we think a ferry from Heraklion to Rhodes is an ideal way to travel.

It's much less boring than on a plane
If you compare the speed, the plane is certainly the fastest way to get from Heraklion to Rhodes. The problem is that you are stuck in your seat for several hours. During the Heraklion Rhodes ferry journey with ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries or Aigaion Pelagos, there are countless opportunities to enjoy restaurants and bars, or to stroll and sunbathe on a promenade deck... A totally different experience to flying!
For a caring staff
Every minute of the Heraklion-Rhodes crossing, from embarkation in the port of Heraklion to disembarkation in Rhodes, qualified and smiling Aigaion Pelagos, Blue Star Ferries or ANEK Lines staff are at your disposal to ensure you have a pleasant time. You can find an 'information point' on the ship, mostly on the main deck.
To finally take the time to travel
Everything in our society has to go fast. On board a Aigaion Pelagos, Blue Star Ferries or ANEK Lines ferry you will enjoy a smooth start from Heraklion and sailing at less than 40km/h to Rhodes. All ships are equipped with a multitude of services (bar, restaurants, lounges, entertainment, etc...). You may even find your Heraklion-Rhodes crossing a little too short!

Which companies operate between Heraklion and Rhodes?

If you want to travel between Heraklion and Rhodes by ferry, there are a number of companies to choose from including Aigaion Pelagos, Blue Star Ferries or ANEK Lines who run regular services between the two cities. You can find out more about the different shipping companies on this route and their departure times here.

Aigaion Pelagos Heraklion Rhodes
Aigaion Pelagos
Aigaion Pelagos was founded in 1999 and is based in Athens, Greece. The company serves the Greek islands and ports in the Aegean Sea. On Vivanoda, you can compare Heraklion-Rhodes fares and book a Aigaion Pelagos ticket between Heraklion and Rhodes. More information about Aigaion Pelagos
Blue Star Ferries Heraklion Rhodes
Blue Star Ferries
Blue Star Ferries is a Greek shipping company operating the Heraklion-Rhodes route as well as other domestic crossings between mainland Greece and its myriad islands (Cyclades, Ionian, Crete, Dodecanese). On Vivanoda, you can compare Heraklion-Rhodes fares and book a Blue Star Ferries ticket between Heraklion and Rhodes. More information about Blue Star Ferries
ANEK Lines Heraklion Rhodes
ANEK Lines
Anek Lines is a Greek shipping company operating the Heraklion-Rhodes route and other shipping lines between Italy and Greece and between many Greek islands. On Vivanoda, you can compare Heraklion-Rhodes fares and book a ANEK Lines ticket between Heraklion and Rhodes. ANEK Lines operates 2 crossings a week to Rhodes from Heraklion and the journey time is 14 hours 30 min. More information about ANEK Lines
14 hours 30 min
2 crossings a week

Where do the ferries leave from in Heraklion? Where do the boats arrive in Rhodes?

Port of departure in Heraklion

Aigaion Pelagos, Blue Star Ferries or ANEK Lines ferries depart for Rhodes from the following ports in Heraklion:

Heraklion
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Port of arrival in Rhodes

ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries or Aigaion Pelagos ships arrive in Rhodes from the following ports:

Rhodes
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Heraklion to Rhodes, it will take you at least 14 hours 30 min to cover the 189 mi between Heraklion and Rhodes.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Heraklion and Rhodes in winter) and the ferry company (Aigaion Pelagos, Blue Star Ferries and ANEK Lines). There are currently 2 crossings a week between Heraklion and Rhodes.

There are 3 ferry companies operating between Heraklion and Rhodes: Aigaion Pelagos, Blue Star Ferries and ANEK Lines.

Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Aigaion Pelagos, Sea Jets, Dodekanisos Seaways.

Before booking, compare the prices of ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Aigaion Pelagos, Sea Jets, Dodekanisos Seaways on our website Vivanoda. Then book the crossing of your choice easily and securely on our partner's website.

If you want to change or cancel your Heraklion Rhodes ferry booking, you can do so easily by contacting our partner who manages your booking. Please note that, depending on the fare conditions, some tickets are non-refundable or non-changeable. It is important to take this into account when booking your ticket.

During your crossing between Heraklion and Rhodes, you will travel 189 mi.

To go by boat from Heraklion to Rhodes, you can find prices ranging from £23 for the lowest, to £171 for the highest. The average price we observed was £97.

The first ferry leaves Heraklion at 05:25 for Rhodes.

Experience a Heraklion to Rhodes ferry crossing

It's not always easy to get a clear picture of what a Heraklion to Rhodes crossing will be like, especially if you're not familiar with this mode of transport. To help you better project yourself into the experience of a Heraklion Rhodes cruise on board ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Aigaion Pelagos, Sea Jets or Dodekanisos Seaways, we have traced the different stages of the journey from embarkation in Heraklion to disembarkation in Rhodes. You can also find some tourist and practical information about Heraklion and Rhodes.

Boarding in Heraklion

Here are the steps to embark before your Heraklion Rhodes ferry journey begins:

  • Arrival time in Heraklion port / You must allow a certain amount of time (check with Aigaion Pelagos, Blue Star Ferries or ANEK Lines) before the ship's actual departure time to arrive at the Heraklion ferry terminal. After this period, the company is entitled to refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Heraklion - Rhodes crossing / At the Heraklion ferry terminal, look for the Aigaion Pelagos, Blue Star Ferries or ANEK Lines counters and present your passport and booking number. If you have a car, you can check in from the vehicle queue.
  • Boarding the ship to Rhodes / Information messages are broadcast in the Heraklion ferry terminal to invite you to board. By car, follow the instructions of Aigaion Pelagos, Blue Star Ferries or ANEK Lines staff to board and park your vehicle on board.

On board the Heraklion to Rhodes ferry

On board the ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries or Aigaion Pelagos ship, you can choose your activities according to your preferences! Some travellers will want to relax in the privacy of a cabin, while others will enjoy the bars, restaurants, games and shops.

Ferry arrival in Rhodes

Here is some information for the disembarkation in Rhodes:

  • Rhodes Harbour is in sight / Access to the garage to retrieve your vehicle will not be allowed by the crew until the boat is moored. There is no point in rushing. Instead, enjoy the arrival in Rhodes harbour from the deck of the boat.
  • If you are in a cabin. / If you have travelled from Heraklion to Rhodes in the comfort of a cabin, you will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Rhodes.
  • Leave the ship and Rhodes is yours / Once the garage doors are open, getting off the ship is fairly quick. Pedestrian passengers get off the boat even faster. The customs staff at Rhodes harbour can give you a check. At last, your holiday in Rhodes has begun!

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