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Transport to and from Chania

Travellers by ferry disembarking at Souda can choose from several transport options for the trip to Chania. The cheapest way is to make the trip with a local bus for the short four-mile journey to Chania. Alternatively, if the bus service is not available or full, you can use a taxi which you'll find outside the terminal. Several hotels in the area also provide a pick-up service from the harbour; travellers wishing to use this service should notify their accommodation establishment in advance.

Bus and shuttles from Chania

There is a frequent bus following the route between Souda and Chania town centre. Buses depart from the town's main market and stop at the ferry terminal. Chania is linked with the rest of Crete by a comprehensive network of bus routes. To reach the bus station, you should go to the top of Halidon Street, cross the square and turn right; the bus station is positioned on the left.

Car hire and road travel from Chania

To access the port by car, you need to drive east out of the town. The port is positioned at Souda which is four miles from Chania.

Car rental is widely available on the island, with several car hire companies able to meet you with a hire car at the port; however, tourists should be aware that some of the local companies' vehicles may be in a bad state. The most reliable and easiest way is to book car hire in advance online where there's one service providing the best deals from a number of reputed hire companies.

Rail from Chania port

There are no railway services available on the island. Alternatively you could use the public buses or taxi services.

Parking at Chania port

Particularly during high season, car parking at the port is limited; however, in the town are several car parking to be found as well, providing both short-stay and long-stay car parking.

Taxis from Chania port

Taxis are usually waiting to greet arriving passenger ferries at the terminal. Alternatively, passengers can phone for a pick up using the phone numbers which are displayed on the information boards inside the terminal building. Be sure, to always agree on a fare before you start the ride. Most taxis in Chania do not have meters.