The bus between Heraklion and Matala Caves takes 2h. The bus service runs several times per day from Heraklion to Matala Caves. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 3 times a day between Heraklion and Matala Caves. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Heraklion is at 2:00 PM which arrives into Matala Caves at 4:00 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heraklion station and arriving at Matala Caves station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h.
Heraklion to Matala Caves bus services, operated by KTEL Irakleiou - Lasithiou S.A, depart from Heraklion Central Station.
Heraklion to Matala Caves bus services, operated by KTEL Irakleiou - Lasithiou S.A, arrive at Mátala station.
The distance between Heraklion and Matala Caves is 51.8 km. The road distance is 62 km.
KTEL Irakleiou - Lasithiou S.A operates a bus from Heraklion Central Station to Mátala 3 times a day. Tickets cost €7–11 and the journey takes 2h.