Rafina FAQ

The quickest, easiest option is a taxi or a private transfer — about 20–30 minutes door-to-door. There's also a direct KTEL airport bus, or you can drive (~25 km). There is no direct train.

Yes. KTEL Attikis buses run to Rafina from Nomismatokopio (Metro Line 3). The full fare is €2.40, paid on board in cash, with the first bus around 05:55 and the last around 22:40, roughly every 20 minutes to 2 hours. The stop is right at the port.

No — there's no direct train. From the airport, take the suburban train to the city centre, then continue by KTEL bus or taxi.

About 25 km, or 20–30 minutes by road — noticeably closer than Piraeus, and without the cross-Athens traffic.

There's no free parking on the quay, but there's paid municipal parking within walking distance plus street parking in town. Arrive early in July and August, and use a paid or guarded lot for multi-day trips. See the port guide.

Aim for 30–45 minutes before departure, and a little more in peak summer. Boarding usually opens 20–30 minutes before sailing.

Andros, Tinos, Mykonos, Naxos, Paros, Santorini and Marmari (on Evia), plus onward Cyclades. Rafina is the main gateway to the northern Cyclades — and Andros is reached from Rafina rather than Piraeus. Search all ferries.

Roughly: Andros 1–1½ h, Tinos 1½–2 h, Mykonos 2–2½ h, Paros 2½–3 h, Naxos 3½–4 h, Santorini 5–6½ h. High-speed services are fastest.

Fast Ferries, Golden Star Ferries and SeaJets, using a mix of high-speed and conventional vessels depending on the route and season.

Fares vary by operator, vessel (high-speed vs conventional) and season. Compare live prices in our ferry search and book early in summer for the best rates.

Yes — the ferries on the main Rafina routes carry cars and motorbikes. Reserve vehicle space in advance during the summer peak.

In July, August and on weekends, yes — the fastest boats and best fares sell out first. Off-season you can usually book closer to the date.

A standard car starts from about €45 (up to 4 passengers plus luggage); a minibus or van for groups is roughly €60–70. You'll see the exact fixed price before you book on our transfers page.

Your driver meets you at arrivals holding a sign with your name, and helps with your luggage to the car.

Drivers track your flight and adjust the pickup, so they'll be waiting even if you land late — at no extra charge.

Yes — transfers run to and from Rafina, the airport, central Athens or anywhere you need. Enter your destination when booking, or message us for a custom trip.

Rafina is a port town on the east coast of Attica, about 25 km east of Athens and roughly 20–40 minutes from Athens International Airport.

It's much closer to the airport, avoids the Athens traffic and saves about an hour, and it's a compact, walkable port — so you can fit in a swim or a meal by the water before you sail. It's also the gateway to the northern Cyclades.

Yes — there are beaches a short hop away and plenty of tavernas right by the water, which is part of what makes sailing from Rafina so easy.