How to travel from Milos to Rethimno, Greece

The distance between Milos and Rethimno is around 343km (213 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 60m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Milos to Rethimno by ferry, car, bus and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out RethimnoMilos if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Milos (MLO) to Chania (CHQ).

  • Duration2h 60m
  • Flight time1h 35m
  • Typical cost
    €255($255)
Operated byOlympic Air+ 1 others
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Ferry and Bus

Take a ferry to Santorini and then to Heraklion then take the bus to Rethymno.

  • Duration6h 25m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €15($15)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Ferry and Car

Take a ferry to Santorini and then to Heraklion then drive to Rethimno Colour Studio with free bikes Rethymno Town.

  • Duration5h 20m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €13($13)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Milos and Rethimno

There are several options for getting from Milos to Rethimno by ferry, car, bus and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around €13 ($13) and will take around 5h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €255 ($255).

The distance between Milos and Rethimno is around 343km (213 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 149km (93 miles)

It takes around 5h 20m to get from Milos and Rethimno by ferry and car.

The quickest way to get from Milos to Rethimno is to fly which takes around 2h 60m and will set you back approx €255 ($255).

The cheapest way to travel between Milos and Rethimno is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around €13 ($13) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Milos and Rethimno. We recommend that you fly from Milos (MLO) to Chania (CHQ). instead which will take 2h 60m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Milos and Rethimno. We recommend that you fly from Milos (MLO) to Chania (CHQ). instead which will take 2h 60m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Milos and Rethimno. Flights depart from Milos (MLO) and arrive at Chania (CHQ) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 35m.

There is no direct flight from Milos to Rethimno. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 60m (not including layover time).

The flight from Milos to Rethimno typically takes around 1h 35m. Flights depart from Milos (MLO) and and arrive into Chania (CHQ).

The closest major airport to Rethimno is Chania International Airport (CHQ) (CHQ) which is approximately 36km (22 miles) from Rethimno. Heraklion International Airport (HER) (HER) and Santorini International Airport (JTR) (JTR) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Milos to Rethimno. We recommend that you take a ferry to Santorini and then to Heraklion then drive to Rethimno Colour Studio with free bikes Rethymno Town. instead which will take 5h 20m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Milos to Rethimno is to take a ferry and then drive which takes, on average, 5h 20m and will usually cost around €13 ($13).

How do I get from Milos to Rethimno

Compare travel optionsbetween Milos and Rethimno

Transport options from Milos to Rethimno
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 60m
€255($255)
hourly501km (311 miles)
Ferry and Bus + 1 similar
6h 25m
€15($15)
once daily353km (219 miles)
Ferry to Heraklion, Bus12h 55m
€60($60)
once a week343km (213 miles)
Ferry and Car
5h 20m
€13($13)
once daily344km (214 miles)

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Airports near Rethimno

The following major airports near Rethimno offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.

CHQ
Chania International Airport (CHQ)
International Airport
Distance
36km (22 miles) from Rethimno
HER
Heraklion International Airport (HER)
International Airport
Distance
64km (40 miles) from Rethimno
JTR
Santorini International Airport (JTR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
146km (91 miles) from Rethimno