Heraklion – Chalki

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Heraklion – Chalki

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Ferry from Crete (Heraklion) to Chalki

2 ferry operators sail between Crete (Heraklion) to Chalki, these include Anek Lines & Blue Star Ferries. Crete (Heraklion) Chalki Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get the latest pricing and availability for your ferry trip.

Crete (Heraklion) to Chalki Ferry Times

Ferries from Crete (Heraklion) to Chalki typically depart from Crete (Heraklion) at around 05:15. The average sailing time of a Chalki Crete (Heraklion) ferry is approximately 9h 26m.

Crete (Heraklion) Chalki Ferry Prices

Ferry prices for Crete (Heraklion) Chalki ferries typically range between €23* and €158*. The average price is around €80*. The cheapest ferry prices from Crete (Heraklion) to Chalki start from €24*. The average price for a foot passenger is €57*. The average price for a car ferry is €244*.

Pricing will vary by season and depend on the number of passengers, vehicle type and sailing time.

What is the distance between Crete (Heraklion) and Chalki?

The distance between Crete (Heraklion) to Chalki is approximately 179.1 miles (288.2km), or 155.6 nautical miles.

Is there a Crete (Heraklion) Chalki car ferry?

Yes, Anek Lines, Blue Star Ferries offer a car ferry from Crete (Heraklion) to Chalki. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Crete (Heraklion) and Chalki.

Are foot passengers allowed on the Crete (Heraklion) Chalki ferry?

Yes, foot passengers can travel on ferries from Crete (Heraklion) to Chalki with Anek Lines, Blue Star Ferries.

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Crete (Heraklion) - Chalki Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 2
Operators Anek Lines & Blue Star Ferries
Average Price 80 €*
Average Weekly Sailings 1
Average Sailing Duration 9h 26m
Fastest Sailing Duration 9h 15m
First Ferry 05:15
Distance 155 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-09-04.

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Heraklion Guide

Heraklion Ferry Port

Heraklion ferry port is located next to the city on the central northern coast of the island of Crete in the southern part of the Aegean Sea at the foot of the Greek islands. The ferry port which is around 500 metres to the east of the Koules fortress and all ships depart from the western part of the port at piers 1 and 2. As well as providing a gateway to the Island of Crete for tourists, Heraklion has for many years served the needs of the Cretan residents with the movement of goods to and from the island. Heraklion port is connected on a daily basis with mainland Greece by modern, luxurious and fast passenger ferries. There are also year round connections to the Dodecanese and seasonal services to many of the Cyclades islands. On an annual basis more than 2 million passengers as well as millions of tons of cargo will pass through Heraklion port. Heraklion itself is the fifth largest city in Greece.


Chalki Guide

Chalki Ferry Port

Chalki (also known as Halki) is one of the most secluded islands in Greece and the smallest inhabited island of the Dodecanese region. Sitting between the islands of Rhodes and Tilos, Chalki ferry connections include a services to the mainland and all of the neighbouring islands in the Dodecanese.


Heraklion to Chalki
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 19/05/2025 and 25/05/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 05:30 15:05 9 hours 35 minutes Sun

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