Heraklion to Santorini

Heraklion to Santorini

Heraklion
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Heraklion to Santorini Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Ferry
Blue Star Ferries
Economy
04:30
07:30
$17.44
Ferry
Blue Star Ferries
4 berth cabin Shared Outside
04:30
07:30
$73.24
Ferry
Blue Star Ferries
Air Seat Lounge 3
07:00
11:15
$20.93
Ferry
Blue Star Ferries
Economy
07:00
11:15
$17.44
Ferry
Blue Star Ferries
Economy
07:29
10:30
$17.44
Ferry
Blue Star Ferries
Air Seat Lounge 3
07:29
10:30
$20.93
Ferry
Blue Star Ferries
Air Seat Lounge 1
07:30
09:45
$106.96
Ferry
Blue Star Ferries
VIP Air Seat
07:30
09:45
$149.98
Ferry
SeaJets
Silver
08:00
09:35
$107.77
Ferry
SeaJets
Club Class Seat
08:00
09:30
$125.21
Ferry
Minoan Lines
Deck Space
09:30
18:15
$80.22
Ferry
Minoan Lines
VIP
09:30
14:15
$210.08
Ferry
Minoan Lines
VIP
21:00
14:15
$207.76
Ferry
Minoan Lines
Deck Space
21:00
02:20
$105.22
Ferry
Blue Star Ferries
Economy
23:45
04:05
$17.44
Ferry
Blue Star Ferries
4 berth cabin Shared Outside
23:45
04:05
$73.24

How to get from Heraklion to Santorini

When you want to get from Heraklion to Santorini, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Ferry
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Van ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 110.06. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 8.39.

How far is Heraklion from Santorini?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Heraklion to Santorini. Your trip will be a total of 9 miles (13 km). The flying distance is 9 miles (13 km).

How long does it take to get from Heraklion to Santorini?

The travel time from Heraklion to Santorini can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 14 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Heraklion to Santorini?

The cost of the trip from Heraklion to Santorini varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Pigaia Travel: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 8.39 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Van - a one-way Van ticket can cost as much as USD 110.06.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Heraklion to Santorini:

  • Bus tickets - USD 8.14 to USD 19.76;
  • Van price : USD 13.95 - USD 110.45;
  • Ferry tickets - USD 112.77 to USD 166.25.
  • flight price: USD 125.56 - USD 361.57. From Heraklion to Santorini starting from 08:40 Heraklion Airport until 23:20 Heraklion Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 31.39 to USD 102.31.

How many trips per day are there between Heraklion and Santorini?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Vans from Heraklion to Santorini depart during the day - there are approximately 151 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 08:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:00. There are 134 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Heraklion to Santorini any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Heraklion to Santorini is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Heraklion to Santorini. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 31.39.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Ferries

Travelling by ferry is one of the most scenic ways to get from Heraklion to Santorini as it combines transportation and sightseeing to some extent.

However, with these upsides in mind, you should still understand ferry travel is not for everyone. If you’re prone to seasickness it may be an unpleasant experience. As a rule, a ferry journey isn’t the cheapest way to travel During the high season ferry tickets might be hard to get, so you should always book in advance when possible.

Things to remember: ferry rides are dependent on weather conditions.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Heraklion to Santorini. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Heraklion to Santorini.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Heraklion to Santorini

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Heraklion to Santorini? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 79% users voted for a ferry ticket.
  • 12% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 6% opted for a van.
  • 3% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Heraklion to Santorini

Facts about the transport from Heraklion to Santorini

Cheapest Transport$9
Fastest Transport15m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:20 PM
Departures per day294
Distance13 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAegean Airlines, Bus Travel Santorini, iTravel Santorini, Kamari Tours, Notos Travel, Pigaia Travel, Santo Luxury Escape, Sky Express, Small Islands