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HeraklionFerry port guide: where boats leave and how to get there
Ferries to: Piraeus (overnight), Santorini and Cyclades high-speed boats, some Dodecanese
Where the boats leave
- Overnight ferries to Piraeus dock at the main west quays
- High-speed boats to Santorini/Cyclades leave from the eastern quays — about a 10-min walk
- Check the quay on your ticket
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How to get to the port
- 15-min walk downhill from the city centre
- City buses and taxis wait at the port entrance
- Airport is 10 min away by taxi
Good to know
- Overnight ferries board from about 20:00 — book a cabin to sleep.
Find your ferry
Common questions
Where do ferries leave from in Heraklion?
Overnight ferries to Piraeus dock at the main west quays High-speed boats to Santorini/Cyclades leave from the eastern quays — about a 10-min walk Check the quay on your ticket
How do I get to Heraklion port?
15-min walk downhill from the city centre. City buses and taxis wait at the port entrance. Airport is 10 min away by taxi
Which islands can I reach from Heraklion?
Ferries from Heraklion serve Piraeus (overnight), Santorini and Cyclades high-speed boats, some Dodecanese.
How early should I arrive at Heraklion port?
Arrive about an hour before departure (longer with a car). Overnight ferries board from about 20:00 — book a cabin to sleep.
Guides about Heraklion
- Piraeus to Heraklion Ferry: Overnight or Day Boat?
- East Crete Guide: Knossos, Heraklion Museum and Spinalonga
- Where to Stay in Crete: Chania, Rethymno, Heraklion or Elounda?
- Knossos Palace, Crete: How to Visit the Minoan Labyrinth
- Eleutherna: Crete's Ancient City and Museum
- Santorini to Crete Ferry: Times, Boats and Tips
Docking spots are usual practice — always check your ticket and port signs.