Ferry leaving Rafina port for the Cyclades

Rafina to Andros ferry

The closest Cyclade — only from Rafina

Andros is the nearest Cycladic island to the mainland and is served from Rafina rather than Piraeus. The crossing to Gavrio takes about 1–1½ hours. Check live times and book below.

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Rafina → Andros at a glance

Crossing
~1h–1h30m
Operators
Fast Ferries · Golden Star
Arrives
Gavrio (Andros)
Vessel
both (high-speed & conventional)
Runs
year-round

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The Rafina–Andros crossing

Andros is the first and closest of the Cyclades, and it's reached from Rafina, not Piraeus — so this is the route to know. Ferries dock at Gavrio on the island's northwest coast in around 1 to 1½ hours, making Andros an easy first stop or a quick weekend escape from Athens.

Because Rafina sits only ~25 km from Athens International Airport, Andros is one of the fastest island connections in all of Greece. Sailings run year-round, with the most frequent service from spring through autumn.

Tips for this route

  • Andros isn't served from Piraeus — always sail from Rafina.
  • Year-round island — great for an off-season trip when other Cyclades go quiet.
  • Arrive 30–45 minutes early and keep your e-ticket handy for the gate.

At a glance

Crossing time
~1h–1h30m
Arrives
Gavrio (Andros)
Operators
Fast Ferries · Golden Star
Frequency
Several daily, year-round
Good to know
Reached from Rafina, not Piraeus
Vessels
High-speed & conventional

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Rafina–Andros FAQ

How long is the Rafina to Andros ferry?
About 1 to 1½ hours to Gavrio, depending on the vessel. High-speed services are quickest.
Can I get to Andros from Piraeus?
No — Andros is served from Rafina, not Piraeus. Rafina is the gateway port for the island.
How much does the ferry cost?
Fares vary by operator, vessel and season. Check the live prices in the search above.
Which companies sail Rafina–Andros?
Fast Ferries and Golden Star Ferries, with high-speed and conventional vessels.
Can I take a car?
Yes — the ferries on this route carry cars and motorbikes. Book vehicle space ahead in summer.

Rafina to Andros: the closer route

Rafina is on Attica’s east coast, a short, direct crossing to Andros and minutes from the airport — while ferries from Piraeus sail the long way round the peninsula.

Ferry routes from Rafina and Piraeus to the Cyclades Rafina, on the east coast of Attica near Athens airport, has a short, direct sea route to the Cyclades. Piraeus, southwest of Athens, must sail the long way south around the Attica peninsula. ATTICA AndrosTinosSyrosMykonosParosNaxosIosSantorini Athens Athens Airport 20–30 min PIRAEUS RAFINA ≈ 1 hour faster shorter crossing + skip Athens traffic From Rafina — short & direct From Piraeus — the long way round

Stylised map for orientation; island and port positions are approximate. Sailing times vary by vessel and season — check live times in the ferry search.