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How to get from Venice to Heraklion?

Are you planning to travel to Heraklion from Venice and looking for the best transport options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way to travel from Venice to Heraklion, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Venice and Heraklion, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (Trenitalia, Italo (NTV), ÖBB, FlixBus or Aegean Airlines), you can easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for a quick and convenient way to travel between Venice and Heraklion, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Venice Heraklion trip.

For your trip from Venice to Heraklion, you have several transport options

Venice to Heraklion ferry

The ferry between Venice and Heraklion is an interesting transport option for travellers looking for a stress-free trip and a unique experience.

Venice to Heraklion bus

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Venice to Heraklion, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Venice to Heraklion train

If you like to travel in a more environmentally friendly and economical way, the Venice Heraklion train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Flights Venice Heraklion

Many flights connect Venice to Heraklion every day, offering a quick and convenient option for travellers. If you are in a hurry, flying is the fastest way to get to Heraklion in record time.

Carpooling Venice Heraklion

Carpooling between Venice and Heraklion is perfect if you want to travel to Heraklion in good company and reduce transport costs. But there can be limited flexibility in terms of timetables and pick-up points in either Venice or Heraklion.

Whichever option you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the most suitable Venice to Heraklion transport option for your needs and budget.

Travel information for Venice Heraklion

City of departure
Venice
Italy
Veneto
Destination city
Heraklion
Greece
Crete
Distance
968 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by flights
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Plan your trip from Venice to Heraklion easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Venice to Heraklion easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available modes of transport, such as flights, trains, buses and carpools, according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find the tickets between Venice and Heraklion that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as Trenitalia, Italo (NTV), ÖBB, FlixBus or Aegean Airlines to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Venice and Heraklion with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Venice and Heraklion

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Venice to Heraklion?
Flexibility Bus companies offer a variety of timetable options for travel between Venice and Heraklion, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Comfort Venice-Heraklion buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Venice to Heraklion?
Speed Venice to Heraklion trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Cost Venice Heraklion train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by ferry from Venice to Heraklion?
Pleasant experience Ferry journeys between Venice and Heraklion are in themselves a very pleasant travel experience, often offering panoramic views of the sea or coastline.
Flexibility The departure times for ferries between Venice and Heraklion may be more limited than for other modes of transport, which can make planning a trip to Heraklion more difficult.
Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Venice to Heraklion?
Speed Flying between Venice and Heraklion is the fastest way to travel the 968 mi between Venice and Heraklion.
Security checks Travellers to Heraklion often have to arrive at Venice airport early due to strict security checks.
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Venice to Heraklion?
Friendliness Carpooling between Venice and Heraklion is often more pleasant and friendly than other modes of transport, especially if you share the journey with nice people.
Reliability You should rely on the driver's punctuality and reliability for your Venice Heraklion journey. They are not always on time.

Where to start from in Venice? Where do I arrive in Heraklion?

Venice departure bus stations

Venice (Airport VCE)
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Mestre (Train station)
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Venice (Tronchetto)
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Venice Departure Stations

Venezia Mestre
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Venezia Santa Lucia
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Departure airports in Venice

Marco Polo
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Treviso
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Heraklion Arrival Ports

Heraklion
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Heraklion Arrival Airports

N. Kazantzakis
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Ferry Venice Heraklion

Please note that there is no direct ferry connection between Venice and Heraklion. The duration of the ferry journey depends mainly on the ferry company you use.

This depends very much on the time of year you wish to travel between Venice and Heraklion. Please note that there is no direct ferry service between Venice and Heraklion and you will need to combine the trip to Heraklion with another mode of transport.

The price of a ferry ticket from Venice to Heraklion can vary depending on the ferry company and the season. It is therefore advisable to search for Venice to Heraklion ferry tickets on Vivanoda. This will allow you to compare the different companies and find out the current rates.

Ferry Companies Venice Heraklion

ANEK Lines
ANEK Lines
Blue Star Ferries
Blue Star Ferries
Hellenic Seaways
Hellenic Seaways
Minoan Lines
Minoan Lines
Cyclades Fast Ferries
Cyclades Fast Ferries
Sea Jets
Sea Jets
Superfast Ferries
Superfast Ferries
Aigaion Pelagos
Aigaion Pelagos
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coach Venice Heraklion

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Venice-Heraklion bus, but it is important to check the weight and size limits with the carrier. The number of pieces of luggage is also very often limited.

Buses between Venice and Heraklion usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before travelling. In any case, breaks at motorway service stations are provided.

The frequency of departures to Venice from Heraklion varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all coach departures to Heraklion, please specify your departure date and search on Vivanoda.

Bus companies Venice Heraklion

FlixBus
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Trains Venice Heraklion

The average train journey time from Venice to Heraklion depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Heraklion are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by doing a price search on Vivanoda.

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Venice to Heraklion. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transport between Venice and Heraklion.

There are discounts for children, students and seniors travelling by train from Venice to Heraklion, which vary depending on the type of ticket and the age of the person. When you enter your age in your Vivanoda search, the prices displayed will take into account any age-related discounts.

Train companies from Venice to Heraklion

Trenitalia
Trenitalia
Italo (NTV)
Italo (NTV)
ÖBB
ÖBB
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Flights Venice Heraklion

Airlines Venice Heraklion

Aegean Airlines
Aegean Airlines
Olympic Air
Olympic Air
Volotea
Volotea
Easyjet
Easyjet
Alitalia
Alitalia
Ryanair
Ryanair
Belle Air
Belle Air
Blu-express
Blu-express
Meridiana
Meridiana
Vueling Airlines
Vueling Airlines
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Carpool Venice Heraklion

The average cost of a carpool from Venice to Heraklion depends on a number of factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, and the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimate of the price and availability of a carpooling trip from Venice to Heraklion, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

The number of seats available in a carpool from Venice to Heraklion depends on the driver and the type of vehicle used. In general, a driver can offer between 1 and 4 seats.

The duration of a carpool trip between Venice and Heraklion also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated time for each available carpool offer.

Carpooling platform Venice Heraklion

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