A safety concern has emerged in Crete regarding urban buses operating on the BOAK, the main east-west highway crossing the island. Following a recent road accident in the Chania region, transport industry professionals have formally called on authorities to intervene and prohibit or restrict urban buses from using this high-speed route.
The BOAK is a primary artery connecting Chania, Heraklion, and eastern Crete, and is widely used by tourists traveling between regions. Urban buses are generally designed for slower, stop-and-go city routes and may not meet the safety standards required for highway speeds.
Travelers currently using intercity bus services or renting cars along this corridor should remain alert to mixed traffic conditions. If you rely on public transport for longer journeys across the island, check with your bus operator for any route changes as authorities review the situation.
