Heavy Congestion Snarls BOAK Highway Near Chania

Tuesday, 5 May 2026/Source: Haniotika Nea/1 min read

Traffic congestion formed in both directions on the BOAK highway near Chania shortly before noon today. Drivers reported significantly longer wait times than usual at the affected stretch. The BOAK is Crete's main east-west artery connecting Chania to the rest of the island, and delays on this route can add considerable time to journeys between western Crete and central or eastern destinations. Tourists driving between Chania and Heraklion or Rethymno should check road conditions before departing and consider adjusting departure times or using alternative coastal routes to avoid congestion. Allow extra travel time if you have ferry connections, airport transfers, or timed bookings along this corridor.