Port of Heraklion
Land Transport and Travel To and From Port Heraklion
(Heraklion, Crete, Greece)
Heraklion is a bustling town in the north coast of Crete.
It has its own port and airport close to the city making it a popular holiday destination with travellers from across the world.
Travel by Bus and Shuttles
KTEL operates the public bus service in Greece. It is advisable to check the timetables in advance of your journey as they do change with the seasons. The bus routes allow easy access from one part of Greece to another and are excellent value for money.
Car Hire and Road Travel
Driving to the port of Heraklion is easy as the motorways are well maintained and have good sign boards marking the routes.
There are several car hire companies in Heraklion, with some companies arranging to meet you at the port. However, the most reliable way of hiring a car is do so over the internet where you are guaranteed the best rate.
Car Parking
The port offers both short and long-term parking facilities. There are also facilities for the disabled.
Travel by Taxi
Taxis are always available at the port to take you into the centre of Heraklion and beyond. They arrive in time to meet all of the new arrivals off of the ferry and can be found outside of the exit of the port.
