Chania To Milos Ferry Crossing In 2026
🚢 Chania → Milos — this week
14 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 2/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 2 ferries — first at 21:30
Chania to Milos Ferry
Chania to Milos -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 25 October 2026.
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day during the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 4 hours 10 minutes to 4 hours 40 minutes.
- Operators: Blue Star Ferries.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
This is a long, open-water crossing between two islands that don't sit anywhere near each other on the map, and the timing reflects that: Chania sits on the north coast of Crete, Milos out on the western edge of the Cyclades, with a good stretch of the Aegean and Cretan Sea in between. Ferries leave from Souda, Chania's port a short drive from the old town, and dock at Adamantas on Milos, the island's main harbour. Book through Ferryscanner or Ferryhopper above, and check the schedule box for the latest confirmed sailing dates before you plan around it. Our Adamas port in Milos guide has more on the harbour and getting into Plaka once you land.
One sailing a day keeps this route simple to plan around -- there's no juggling multiple departure times, just the one crossing to build your day or your onward connections around. It's a long enough run that most people treat it as a proper travel day rather than a quick hop, so allow for that when you're booking accommodation either side.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Chania to Milos:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Not yet published | – |
| March | Not yet published | – |
| April | Not yet published | – |
| May | Not yet published | – |
| June | Not yet published | – |
| July | Yes | 1.0 |
| August | Yes | 2.0 (1–2) |
| September | Yes | 1.2 (1–2) |
| October | Yes | 1.0 |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Chania to Milos — next 14 days
Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-08-06):
| Date | Sailings | Departure times |
|---|---|---|
| Thu 6 Aug | 2 | 21:30, 22:00 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 2 | 21:30, 22:00 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 2 | 21:30, 22:00 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 2 | 21:30, 22:00 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 2 | 21:30, 22:00 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 2 | 21:30, 22:00 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 2 | 21:30, 22:00 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 2 | 21:30, 22:00 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 2 | 21:30, 22:00 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 2 | 21:30, 22:00 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 2 | 21:30, 22:00 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 2 | 21:30, 22:00 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 2 | 21:30, 22:00 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 2 | 21:30, 22:00 |
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Ferry Companies
The Chania–Milos route is served by 1 company:
- Blue Star Ferries – approximately 4 hours 10 minutes
Tips for the Chania–Milos Ferry
- On routes that stop at multiple islands, the crew will call the name of each port 20–30 minutes before arrival; this is your cue to start gathering belongings.
- In high summer, the ferry's snack bar and cafeteria can sell out of cold drinks by mid-crossing on busy routes; buy your drinks early after boarding.
- If you are joining a longer island-hopping route and not returning to the same base, travel with everything you need from the start – you cannot go back for forgotten items.
- Once you arrive in Milos, the volcanic island's extraordinary coastline reveals sea caves, coloured rock formations, and beaches of every kind, from the famous white pumice shores of Sarakiniko to the fishing village of Klima with its boathouses built into the rock. Milos is also the island where the Venus de Milo was discovered in 1820.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Chania to Milos?
Typically 1 ferry per day during the season. Timetables are currently published through 25 October 2026.
Are there ferries from Chania to Milos today?
Yes – 2 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Chania to Milos this week?
Around 14 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 2 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Chania to Milos?
The first departure is usually 21:30.
How long is the ferry from Chania to Milos?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 4 hours 10 minutes, while the slowest takes around 4 hours 40 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
Which ferry companies operate the Chania–Milos route?
The route is served by Blue Star Ferries.
Do you need a car in Milos?
Yes, a car is genuinely useful on Milos. The ferry docks at Adamas, the island's main town and bus hub, so pickup is easy and buses cover Plaka and Pollonia, but the schedule is thin and most of the striking beaches, Sarakiniko, Firiplaka, Tsigrado, sit well outside it. Some access roads are unpaved, where standard insurance is void, so compare 4x4 options at Discover Cars.
Can you rent a car in Chania?
Yes. Chania's ferry port is at Souda, about 7km from the town centre, with several rental desks right by the port entrance and an hourly bus, line 13, into town taking around 25 minutes if you'd rather not drive straight away. A car is worth having if you plan to reach the White Mountains, Samaria Gorge or western beaches; compare prices at Discover Cars.