Crete Bus Timetable & Routes
Complete KTEL bus schedule for Crete. 27 routes connecting 37 stops across the island. Check departures, find your stop, and travel like a local.
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How to Get Around Crete by Bus
The bus network on Crete is the most affordable and convenient way to explore the island. With 27 routes serving 37 bus stops, you can reach beaches, villages, ports, and all major attractions without renting a car or scooter.
Buses on Crete are operated by the local KTEL company, which runs daily services throughout the summer season (typically April to October) and a reduced schedule during winter. Timetables are updated seasonally — the schedules shown here are the official 2026 summer timetables.
Online tickets with a digital QR code aren't activated for Crete yet. Once the local KTEL switches them on, you'll be able to buy before you arrive and simply show your phone when you board. Until then, buy your ticket from the KTEL ticket office or its local ticket sellers.
Crete Bus Network Map
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All Crete KTEL Bus Routes
View Island PageChania – Paleochora
Chania – Kissamos (Kasteli)
Rethymno – Plakias
Chania – Chania Airport
Rethymno – Souda – Chania Airport
Chania – Georgioupoli – Kavros – Rethymno
Rethymno – Bali – Heraklion
Express Chania – Heraklion
Chania – Omalos – Xyloskalo (Samaria Gorge)
Chania – Omalos – Agia Irini – Sougia
Sougia – Agia Irini – Xyloskalo (Samaria Gorge)
Chania – Chora Sfakion
Chania – Elafonisi
Heraklion – Heraklion Airport (HER)
Heraklion – Airport – Gournes – Gouves – Hersonissos – Stalida – Malia
Matala – Agia Galini
Heraklion (Chanioporta Station B) – Anogeia
Line 2: Heraklion Port – Knossos
Heraklion – Airport – Hersonissos – Agios Nikolaos
Heraklion – Hersonissos – Agios Nikolaos – Sitia
Heraklion – Hersonissos – Agios Nikolaos – Ierapetra
Agios Nikolaos – Elounda
Heraklion – Moires – Matala
Heraklion – Moires
Moires – Phaistos (Faistos palace)
Heraklion – Moires – Agia Galini
Chania – Kissamos (Kasteli) – Platanos – Falasarna
Tips for Riding the Bus on Crete
Know Where to Buy Your Ticket
Online QR tickets aren't activated on Crete yet. Ask at the KTEL ticket office or a nearby kiosk where to buy, and keep some small change handy.
Arrive 10 Minutes Early
Greek island buses run on schedule, but popular routes fill up fast in summer. Arrive at the stop a few minutes early to secure your seat.
Check the Route Map
Use our interactive map to find the bus stop nearest to your hotel, beach, or restaurant. Many stops are within walking distance of popular attractions.
Plan Return Trips
Especially for beach trips, check the last bus departure time back to your accommodation. Evening services may be less frequent than daytime routes.
Crete Bus FAQ
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