How To Get From Heraklion Airport To Chania Best Way – All Possible Ways (Updated 2023)

Last updated on May 28th, 2023 at 07:38 pm

How To Get From Heraklion Airport To Chania Best Way – You can go by bus, taxi and private transfer.

What Is The Distance From Heraklion Airport To Chania?

The distance from Heraklion International airport to Chania town is 142 kilometers. Click here to book online Chania activities and day trips

The travel time from Heraklion airport to Chania is around 2 hours by taxi and the taxi fare is €150-170.

What Is The Cheapest Way From Heraklion Airport To Chania?

The cheapest way from Heraklion airport to Chania is by bus for €15.80. The travel time is around 3 hours and 15 minutes by bus since you have to take two buses.

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HOW TO GET FROM HERAKLION AIRPORT TO CHANIA TOWN

KTEL BUS HERAKLION AIRPORT TO CHANIA (CHEAPEST WAY)

The cheapest way from Heraklion airport to Chania town is by bus. There is no direct bus from Heraklion airport to Chania. You will have to get a bus from Heraklion airport to Heraklion Bus Terminal and transfer to a bus going from Heraklion to Chania.

The KTEL Bus Number 6,8 and 19 is going from Heraklion airport to Heraklion Bus Terminal running every 10-20 starting from 6 am to 11 pm. Check here KTEL Bus schedule and route!

The bus fare from Heraklion airport to Heraklion Bus Terminal is €2 for one-way ticket. You can buy the tickets to the bus driver. The travel time from Heraklion airport to Heraklion Bus Terminal is around 20 minutes.

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BUS SCHEDULE FROM HERAKLION TO CHANIA

Once in Heraklion Bus Terminal you will have to get the bus going from Heraklion to Chania. The bus schedule from Heraklion to Chania is leaving every hour starting from 5 30 am to 9 pm. The buses will stop at Rethymnon half of the way to Chania.

The bus fare from Heraklion to Chania is €13.80 for one-way ticket. The bus travel time from Heraklion to Chania is 2 hours and 45 minutes.

The total bus fare from Heraklion airport to Chania is €15.80 for one way ticket. The total travel time from Heraklion airport to Chania by bus is 3 hours and 15 minutes.

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BY TAXI FROM HERAKLION AIRPORT TO CHANIA

If you go from Heraklion airport to Chania by taxi is the most comfortable, available 24/7 and fastest way. The travel time from Heraklion airport to Chania by taxi is 2 hours. The taxi fare from Heraklion airport to Chania is around €150-170. The prices and travel time aren’t fixed and it will depend on traffic and your final destination.

UBER FROM HERAKLION AIRPORT TO CHANIA

If you are ordering Uber in Heraklion you should know that isn’t operating. Shared rides Apps like Uber and Lyft aren’t allowed in Greece in 2023. You will have to get taxis that are so efficient or book a private transfer for a similar price.

CAR RENTAL AT HERAKLION AIRPORT

There are many options for renting a car at Heraklion’s airport. It’s the most convenient option if you are planning to visit other areas around Chania. It will take you 2 hours to get to Chania from Heraklion airport in a private car. There are a few agencies like Hertz and Avis available at the airport.

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PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION HERAKLION AIRPORT TO CHANIA

Hotel transfers are also very easy and convenient but can be a little bit pricey. The transfers are usually available 24 hours and are only ideal if you have the budget and you want comfort after your flight to Heraklion. Prices are around €160 and you will be able to fit up to 4 people. It could be €40 per person.

Best Way From Heraklion Airport To Chania (Heraklion to Chania Town)

The best way from Heraklion airport to Chania is by bus for €15.80 and 3 hours and 15 minutes travel time if you go on a budget. 

If you prefer more comfort because you have so much luggage or traveling in a group you can go by taxi or private transportation if you book online for €160 and 2 hours travel time from Heraklion to Chania town.

ACCOMMODATION BUDGET TRAVEL IN CHANIA

You can sleep in a dorm room or a room for €10-25, while you can stay in a budget hotel for as low as €50. There are so many to choose from depending on what type and how luxurious you want your stay to be starting from €100. 

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CASH AND ATMS IN GREECE

The currency used all throughout Greece is Euro just like all European countries. The exact currency of Euro to dollar is A €1 = $1.0678 USD. You can use debit cards everywhere in Greece. ATMs are available and accessible in all part of the country.

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