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How to get from Heraklion to Anafi by ferry ?

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

We know that planning a ferry trip from Heraklion to Anafi can be stressful, so we do our best to make your Heraklion to Anafi 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, LANE Sea Line, Hellenic Seaways or Minoan Lines. This way you can find the best deal on a Heraklion Anafi ferry ticket to suit your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries 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 Anafi simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Heraklion to Anafi Ferry Information

Port of departure
Heraklion
Greece
Crete
Port of Arrival
Anafi
Greece
Cyclades Islands
Distance
80 mi
Ferry Companies
ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Aigaion Pelagos, LANE Sea Line, Hellenic Seaways, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Sea Jets
Frequency of crossings
1 crossings a week
Minimum crossing time
4 hours
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Why travel by ferry from Heraklion to Anafi?

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

Taking your time becomes a pleasure
It is well known that we live in a society where everything has to go fast, faster and faster. Sailing at less than 40km/h on board a ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries ferry for the 80 mi between Heraklion and Anafi will be a relaxing stop. All ships are equipped with a multitude of services (bar, restaurants, lounges, entertainment, etc...). You may even find your Heraklion-Anafi crossing a little too short!
To enjoy the incredible sea view
When we are on the coast, we often look for places that offer the best sea view. During the Heraklion Anafi crossing, whether you are on deck, dining in the restaurant or relaxing in the comfortable lounges of the ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries ship, you will simply have a front row seat to the incredible spectacle that the sea offers. Restaurant, bars, lounges, cabins,... the magnificent views of the sea are omnipresent on board the ship.
To get some sea air
There is no longer any doubt that sea air has many health benefits. During the Heraklion-Anafi crossing, access the outside areas of the ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries ship to take a deep breath of air. A feeling of well-being will quickly take hold of you. This will allow you to start your holiday in Anafi full of energy.

Which companies operate between Heraklion and Anafi?

If you want to travel between Heraklion and Anafi by ferry, there are a number of companies to choose from including ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries 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.

ANEK Lines Heraklion Anafi
ANEK Lines
Anek Lines is a Greek shipping company operating the Heraklion-Anafi route and other shipping lines between Italy and Greece and between many Greek islands. On Vivanoda, you can compare Heraklion-Anafi fares and book a ANEK Lines ticket between Heraklion and Anafi. ANEK Lines operates 1 crossings a week to Anafi from Heraklion and the journey time is 4 hours. More information about ANEK Lines
4 hours
1 crossings a week
Aigaion Pelagos Heraklion Anafi
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-Anafi fares and book a Aigaion Pelagos ticket between Heraklion and Anafi. More information about Aigaion Pelagos
Blue Star Ferries Heraklion Anafi
Blue Star Ferries
Blue Star Ferries is a Greek shipping company operating the Heraklion-Anafi route as well as other domestic crossings between mainland Greece and its myriad islands (Cyclades, Ionian, Crete, Dodecanese). On Vivanoda, you can compare Heraklion-Anafi fares and book a Blue Star Ferries ticket between Heraklion and Anafi. More information about Blue Star Ferries

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

Port of departure in Heraklion

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

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Port of arrival in Anafi

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

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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Heraklion to Anafi, it will take you at least 4 hours to cover the 80 mi between Heraklion and Anafi.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Heraklion and Anafi in winter) and the ferry company (ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos and Blue Star Ferries). There are currently 1 crossings a week between Heraklion and Anafi.

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

Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Aigaion Pelagos, LANE Sea Line, Hellenic Seaways, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Sea Jets.

Before booking, compare the prices of ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Aigaion Pelagos, LANE Sea Line, Hellenic Seaways, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Sea Jets 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 Anafi 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 Anafi, you will travel 80 mi.

What is a Heraklion to Anafi ferry crossing like?

If you have never been on a ferry before, it is difficult to imagine what a day at sea between Heraklion and Anafi would be like. To help you immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a ANEK Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Aigaion Pelagos, LANE Sea Line, Hellenic Seaways or Minoan Lines ferry cruise, here we explain the different stages of the journey, from boarding the ship in Heraklion to disembarking in Anafi. You can also find some tourist and practical information about Heraklion and Anafi.

Boarding in Heraklion

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

  • Arrival time in Heraklion port / You should arrive at the Heraklion ferry terminal within the time limit set by ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries. After this time, your reservation is no longer guaranteed.
  • Checking in for the Heraklion - Anafi crossing / At the Heraklion ferry terminal, look for the ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries counters and present your passport and booking number. If you are travelling by car, please stand in the reserved lanes. Check-in will take place directly from your vehicle.
  • Boarding the ferry to Anafi / Information messages are broadcast in the Heraklion ferry terminal to invite you to board. By car, follow the instructions of ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries staff to board and park your vehicle on board.

On board the ship between Heraklion and Anafi

On the ANEK Lines, Aigaion Pelagos or Blue Star Ferries ship, everyone has their own travel philosophy. While some people will be inclined to relax in a cosy lounge, others will be keen to shop in the boutiques or eat at the self-service restaurant.

The ferry is approaching Anafi, disembarkation imminent!

Here is some information for the disembarkation in Anafi:

  • Anafi Harbour is in sight / You will not be able to return to your vehicle until the ferry has come to rest and tied up to the quay in Anafi Harbour. There is no point in rushing. Instead, enjoy the arrival in Anafi harbour from the deck of the boat.
  • Vacate your cabin. / You will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Anafi Harbour.
  • Leaving the ship and exploring Anafi / You can get your car out of the ferry's huge garage relatively quickly, once the doors are open. It's even faster as a pedestrian. In Anafi you are likely to pass a customs check. At last, your holiday in Anafi has begun!

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