🚇 Public Transport near Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport
Heraklion • Last updated 2025-11-03 UTC
KTEL Heraklion-Lasithi
KTEL Heraklion-Lasithi operates the official intercity bus network in Heraklion and eastern Crete, providing connections from Heraklion Central Bus Station (near the port) to major towns such as Agios Nikolaos, Malia, Ierapetra, Sitia, and Chania. Services are year-round with increased frequency in summer. Buses are modern, and ticketing is available at main stations and online.
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Heraklion – Agios Nikolaos
Intercity bus route connecting Heraklion Central Bus Station (near the port) and Agios Nikolaos with stops along the north coast highway. Travelers from the airport must first reach the central bus station via local bus or taxi.
Heraklion – Malia
Bus service from Heraklion Central Bus Station to Malia, calling at popular resorts and towns along the north coast. Airport passengers connect via the local urban bus to the central station.
Heraklion – Ierapetra
Long-distance service from Heraklion Central Bus Station to Ierapetra, via Malia, Neapoli, and Agios Nikolaos. Passengers from the airport must transfer to the central station before boarding.
Heraklion – Sitia
Intercity route from Heraklion Central Bus Station to Sitia, serving Agios Nikolaos and Ierapetra. Airport travelers must transfer to the bus station in Heraklion city.
Heraklion – Chania (Express)
Express bus route from Heraklion Central Bus Station to Chania Central Bus Station. Passengers arriving at the airport must take the local bus or taxi to the main station for this service.
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Astiko Ktel Herakliou (Iraklio Urban Buses)
Astiko Ktel Herakliou operates Heraklion’s official urban bus network, providing public transport across the city and direct connections between Heraklion International Airport (HER) and the city center. Buses run frequently from the airport to major city destinations and the main bus stations, with ticket purchase available on board or at kiosks.
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6
Line 6 provides frequent direct service between Heraklion International Airport (HER) and Heraklion city center, including the central bus station (Stathmos Astikon Leoforeion). Buses operate from early morning until late evening, connecting the airport to the heart of Heraklion for onward city and intercity travel.
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