What is the cheapest way to get from Crete to Rhodes (Island)?

The cheapest way to get from Crete to Rhodes (Island) is to ferry which costs €60 - €150 and takes 11h.

What is the fastest way to get from Crete to Rhodes (Island)?

The fastest way to get from Crete to Rhodes (Island) is to fly which takes 1h 52m and costs €40 - €130.

Is there a direct ferry between Crete and Rhodes (Island)?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Heraklion and arriving at Rhodes. Services depart four times a week, and operate Wednesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 11h.

How far is it from Crete to Rhodes (Island)?

The distance between Crete and Rhodes (Island) is 290 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Crete to Rhodes (Island)?

Book your Crete to Rhodes (Island) ferry tickets online with Omio.

How do I travel from Crete to Rhodes (Island) without a car?

The best way to get from Crete to Rhodes (Island) without a car is to ferry which takes 11h and costs €60 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Crete to Rhodes (Island)?

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Crete to Rhodes (Island), including transfers.

Where can I stay near Rhodes (Island)?

There are 2952+ hotels available in Rhodes (Island).

Crete to Rhodes (Island) - 4 ways to travel via plane, ferry, and bus and ferry

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There are 4 ways to get from Crete to Rhodes (Island) by plane, ferry, busferry, or bus

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Fly from Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis”
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1. Fly from Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis” (HER) to Rhodes International Airport (RHO)plane HER - RHO
1h 52m
€41–121
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Heraklion to Rhodesferry Bsf
11h
€60–150
Bus and ferry, bus, ferry
1. Take the busferry from Heraklion to Thessalonikibusferry
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Monastiriou Bus Stop to Istanbul Esenler Otogaribus
3. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler to Marmarisbus
4. Take the ferry from Port of Marmaris to Port of Rhodesferry
39h 58m
€197–290
Fly from Chania International Airport
1. Fly from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Rhodes International Airport (RHO)plane CHQ - RHO
2h 30m
€98–229

Crete to Rhodes (Island) by ferry

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Distance: 290.3 km
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Crete, Greece and Rhodes (Island), Greece?

Aegean Airlines, Sky Express, and Neos fly from Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis” (HER) to Rhodes International Airport (RHO) twice daily. Alternatively, Blue Star Ferries operates a ferry from Heraklion to Rhodes 4 times a week. Tickets cost €60–150 and the journey takes 11h.

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How to get fromCrete to Rhodes (Island)by plane, ferry, busferry, or bus

There are 4 ways to get from Crete to Rhodes (Island) by plane, ferry, busferry, or bus

Fly from Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis”

Ferry

Bus and ferry, bus, ferry

Fly from Chania International Airport