Iraklia – Naxos
Ferries to Cyclades Islands
Iraklia – Naxos
Ferries to Cyclades Islands
The Iraklia to Naxos ferry route is provided by 3 ferry companies. The ferry crossing from Iraklia to Naxos is approximately 1 hour 25 minutes on most ferries servicing this route. Ferries between Iraklia to Naxos cost around $16 and $31, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Iraklia to Naxos.
Iraklia Naxos ferry sailings typycally depart from Iraklia at around 07:55. The last ferry leaves at 12:55.
The Iraklia Naxos ferry trip can take around 1 hour 25 minutes. The fastest Iraklia to Naxos ferry is around 30 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.
There are around 8 weekly sailings from Iraklia to Naxos serviced by Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets & Small Cyclades Lines. Timetables can vary by season and operator.
Iraklia Naxos ferry prices typically range between $16* and $31*. The average price is typically $17*. The cheapest ferries from Iraklia to Naxos start from $16*. The average price for a foot passenger is $17*.
Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 25
The distance between Iraklia to Naxos is approximately 17 miles (27km) or 15 nautical miles.
Yes, Blue Star Ferries allow cars on board ferries between Iraklia and Naxos. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Iraklia and Naxos.
Foot passengers can travel on the Iraklia to Naxos ferry with Blue Star Ferries & Small Cyclades Lines.
Pets can travel on ferries from Iraklia to Naxos with Blue Star Ferries. Pets may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey depending on the operators guidelines.
More routes than anyone else.
Compare fares, times & routes in one place.
Change plans easily with flexi tickets.
Book e-tickets & manage trips in-app.
Live ship tracking & real-time updates.
Top-rated customer support when you need it.
| Iraklia - Naxos Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 3 | |
| Operators | Blue Star Ferries, SAOS Ferries & Small Cyclades Lines | |
| Average Price | $17* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 7 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 1h 23m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 1h 0m | |
| First Ferry | 08:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 21:00 | |
| Distance | 14 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-09-04.
The small Greek island of Iraklia is one of the Cyclades group of islands and is located in the Aegean Sea. It measures around 18 sq. km and lies between the island of Naxos and the island of Ios, and is close to the islands of Schoinoussa, Koufonisi, Donoussa and Keros which together for the Small Cyclades group of islands. The island has many artefacts that have been found confirming that ancient settlements and tomb were located on the island. Finds include evidence of the Early Cycladic civilisation (3rd millennium BC) and the ruins of the temples of the Goddess Luck and the Goddess Zeus, dating back to the 4th - 2nd century BC. The islands coastal terrain, characterised by coves and naturally formed caves, were good hiding places for pirates and smugglers during the Turkish Occupation.
Agios Georgios is the island's port from which ferries operate to Piraeus with a crossing time of between 8 and 10 hours, depending on route. Ferry services are also available to the other islands of the Small Cyclades and also to Naxos and Amorgos.
Naxos is a Greek island that lies in the Aegean Sea and is part of the Cyclades group of islands. The island has a rich and interesting history and has been ruled by a number of different civilisations during its history, including the Byzantine, Frankish and Venetians, all of which have left their mark on the island. The island has a flourishing agricultural economy thanks to its fertile terrain and visitors will see both olives and grapes being grown.
Popular attractions on the island, aside from its lovely beaches, tend to focus around Hora and include the Venetian Castle. Also popular with visitors are the island's villages, with one of the largest being Filoti which is situated next to Mount Zeus and Apiranthos which is next to Mount Fanari. Another popular way to spend time on the island is to take to one of the many trails on the island and to go hiking into the mountains.
The island's port is also located in Chora. From the port ferries depart to Piraeus (Athens) and to the other islands in the Cyclades.
