THE SHORT VERSION
Rethymno to Heraklion at a glance.
- From
- Rethymno Ρέθυμνο
- To
- Heraklion Ηράκλειο
- Road distance
- About 79 km
- Straight line
- 60 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~1 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Heraklion to Rethymno →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Rethymno
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Heraklion
Ask the seller where the service ends in Heraklion. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Heraklion, the road continues.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Rethymno from Heraklion by road?+
About 79 km by road (60 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Rethymno to Heraklion take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 1 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Rethymno?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Heraklion to Rethymno?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Heraklion to Rethymno guide.
Where does the bus from Rethymno arrive in Heraklion?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Rethymno to Heraklion?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Rethymno to Heraklion bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Heraklion by bus?+
Direct buses from Heraklion include Crete, Santorini. See all connections on our Heraklion bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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