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The Naxos to Heraklion (Crete) route is operated by 2 ferry companies in the peak summer season with about 8 sailings per week. It connects the Cyclades with Crete. The average sailing time is 3 hours and 40 minutes.

This route is operated by Seajets and Minoan Lines. The quickest crossing is with Seajets and lasts 3 hours and 30 minutes.

Ferries from Naxos to Heraklion (Crete) are normally only available during the summer months. To ensure the speediest crossing possible, this route is only operated by fast ferries.

The distance from Naxos to Heraklion (Crete) ports by ferry is 197 kilometres, that's about 122 miles or 106 nautical miles. However, the exact distance may depend on the route you take.

You can travel as a foot passenger or with your vehicle on this route.

The cheapest price for a one way crossing by foot in the summer is about 79 euros, and for a car with one person about 51 euros

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Naxos to Heraklion (Crete) ferry timetable

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    • 1 Sailing Daily 3 hrs 30 mins
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    • 1 Sailing Weekly 3 hrs 50 mins
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Why visit Naxos?

  • Naxos is a piece of paradise in the middle of the Aegean Sea
  • Visit the many rustic villages of Naxos like Halki, Koronos and Apiranthos
  • Drive to the other end of the island to find empty beaches even in August
  • Eat traditional, home cooked food made with local produce in the villages
  • Trek up to the highest peak in the Cyclades, on Mountain Zas, at 1004 m
  • While in town, go for a swim under the landmark gate of Naxos, "Portara"
  • Visit Kouros of Apollonas and Melanes

Why visit Heraklion (Crete)?

  • Visit the 16th century Venetian fort of Koules and explore the cobbled streets in the old town
  • Visit the Knossos palace, located just 5km from Heraklion
  • Browse through the collections in the impressive Heraklion archaeological museum
  • Take your family to the Natural History Museum which includes an earthquake and tsunami simulator
  • Go swimming at Ammoudara beach. Close to town yet clean and beautiful

Naxos address & GPS

Naxos Port
Port of Naxos, Naxos Town, 84300, Greece.
Telephone: +30 22850 22300
Fax: +30 22850 24549
GPS Co-ordinates
25.372 ° N, 37.107 ° E

Heraklion (Crete) address & GPS

Heraklion Port
Heraklion Port (Nearhou avenue 78 ), Heraklion Town, 71307, Greece.
Telephone: +30 2810 244956
Fax: +30 2810 229445
GPS Co-ordinates
25.1429 ° N, 35.3441 ° E

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Latest prices for Naxos to Heraklion (Crete)

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  • Booked: 14/02/2023
  • Travel: 12/06/2023 - 19/06/2023
  • People: Two foot passengers
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  • Booked: 21/02/2023
  • Travel: 10/07/2023 - 17/07/2023
  • People: Two foot passengers

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Prices from Naxos to Heraklion (Crete) can vary throughout the year, to help you make your mind up when might be the best time to travel, take a look at our average price chart of fares throughout the year. The prices are based on one person travelling as a foot-passenger.

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