Athens (Rafina) – Naxos
Ferries to Cyclades Islands
Athens (Rafina) – Naxos
Ferries to Cyclades Islands
Depending on the season their are usually 2 daily and 11 weekly sailings between Athens (Rafina) and Naxos. 5 ferry operators provide the ferries from Athens (Rafina) to Naxos, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, SeaJets, Anek Superfast & Golden Star Ferries.Athens (Rafina) Naxos ferries take around 4 hours 15 minutes. The ferry costs between $150 and $653, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Athens (Rafina) to Naxos.
The earliest Athens (Rafina) Naxos ferry typically departs Athens (Rafina) at about 08:05 and the last ferry usually leaves at 20:00.
Ferries from Athens (Rafina) to Naxos sail in around 4 hours 15 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 2 hours 55 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 11 weekly sailings from Athens (Rafina) to Naxos provided by Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, SeaJets, Anek Superfast & Golden Star Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.
Blue Star Ferries provide 0 sailings weekly. Cyclades Fast Ferries provide 6 sailings weekly. SeaJets provide 6 sailings weekly. Anek Superfast provide 0 sailings weekly. Golden Star Ferries provide 0 sailings weekly.
The price of a ferry from Athens (Rafina) to Naxos typically range between $150* and $653*. On average the Athens (Rafina) Naxos ferry is $302*. The cheapest Athens (Rafina) Naxos ferry prices start from $150*. The average price for a foot passenger is $299*. The average price for a car is $626*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated July 25.
The distance between Athens (Rafina) to Naxos is approximately 110 miles (178km) or 96 nautical miles.
Yes, Athens (Rafina) Naxos ferries allow cars onboard with Cyclades Fast Ferries & SeaJets between Athens (Rafina) and Naxos. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Athens (Rafina) and Naxos use our Deal Finder.
Cyclades Fast Ferries & SeaJets allow foot passengers on Athens (Rafina) Naxos ferries.
Cyclades Fast Ferries & SeaJets allow pets on ferries from Athens (Rafina) to Naxos. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.
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| Athens (Rafina) - Naxos Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Athens | |
| Destination Country | Cyclades Islands | |
| No. of Operators | 5 | |
| Operators | Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, SeaJets, Anek Superfast & Golden Star Ferries | |
| Average Price | $302 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 2 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 11 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 4 h 15 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 2 h 55 m | |
| First Ferry | 08:05 | |
| Last Ferry | 20:00 | |
| Distance | 96 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 July 2025.
The Greek town of Rafina lies on the east coast of the Attica region of Greece. The town, and its port, is on the Aegean Sea coast, to the east of the Penteli Mountains and to the north east of the Mesogaia Plain. The Greek capital, Athens, is 25 km to the west of Rafina which is close to the towns of Artemida and Nea Makri. It is a popular destination for Athenians, due to its proximity to Athens, who drive out of the city to Rafina to eat in one of the town's many fish restaurants that line the harbour. It is common to see the day's catch on display on beds of ice outside each restaurant.
Rafina's port is the second largest in the Attica region, after Piraeus, although this is likely to change by the port at Lavrio which is currently being expanded. ferries from Rafina's port depart to the southern part of Euboea and to most of the Cyclades Islands. Both conventional and high speed ferries operate to the islands with most departing Rafina in the morning.
Naxos is a Greek island that lies in the Aegean Sea and is part of the Cyclades group of islands. The island has a rich and interesting history and has been ruled by a number of different civilisations during its history, including the Byzantine, Frankish and Venetians, all of which have left their mark on the island. The island has a flourishing agricultural economy thanks to its fertile terrain and visitors will see both olives and grapes being grown.
Popular attractions on the island, aside from its lovely beaches, tend to focus around Hora and include the Venetian Castle. Also popular with visitors are the island's villages, with one of the largest being Filoti which is situated next to Mount Zeus and Apiranthos which is next to Mount Fanari. Another popular way to spend time on the island is to take to one of the many trails on the island and to go hiking into the mountains.
The island's port is also located in Chora. From the port ferries depart to Piraeus (Athens) and to the other islands in the Cyclades.
