How to get around Chania
The old town and harbor are walkable. KTEL buses link Chania with Rethymno, Heraklion and gorge trailheads; rent a car for south-coast beaches.
Ways to get around Chania
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| KTEL Chania intercity bus | About 6–15 EUR to Rethymno or Heraklion | Main station on Kidonias street; runs to Omalos and Sougia |
| Urban buses | About 1.20–2 EUR | Old town to Nea Chora, Kalamaki and Halepa |
| Rental car | About 25–55 EUR a day | Best for Balos, Elafonisi and south coast |
| Taxi | About 8–14 EUR in town | Metered; fixed fares to the airport |
Taxis in Chania
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No reliable ride-hailing apps. Use metered taxis in town, or pre-book transfers for the airport and gorges.
Arriving in Chania
Chania (Ioannis Daskalogiannis) (CHQ)
Airport bus to the center about 2.50 EUR, 30 min; taxi about 25–35 EUR, 20–30 min.
Heraklion (HER)
Intercity bus Heraklion–Chania about 15 EUR, 2.5–3 h; some travelers also fly into Heraklion.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rented widely at 20–35 EUR a day; helmets required, motorcycle licence required for larger bikes, and mountain roads are risky.
- Driving: on the right. Non-EU licences generally need an International Driving Permit; rental firms check. Quads and scooters need a motorcycle licence.
- Onward travel in Greece: Ferries reach the islands; book ahead in summer. Hellenic Train runs Athens–Thessaloniki in about 4–5 hours, KTEL buses cover the mainland, and domestic flights save time.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Chania?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No reliable ride-hailing apps. Use metered taxis in town, or pre-book transfers for the airport and gorges.
What's the best way to get around Chania?
The old town and harbor are walkable. KTEL buses link Chania with Rethymno, Heraklion and gorge trailheads; rent a car for south-coast beaches.
How do I get from the airport to Chania?
Airport bus to the center about 2.50 EUR, 30 min; taxi about 25–35 EUR, 20–30 min.
Is Chania walkable?
Very walkable.
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