Ferry leaving Rafina port for the Cyclades

Rafina to Naxos ferry

Direct to the largest of the Cyclades

High-speed ferries link Rafina with Naxos in around 3½–4 hours in summer — a direct line to the biggest Cycladic island, famous for its long sandy beaches and the marble Portara. Check live times and book below.

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Rafina → Naxos at a glance

Crossing
~3h30m–4h
Operators
Fast Ferries · Golden Star · SeaJets
Arrives
Naxos
Vessel
high-speed
Runs
seasonal (Apr–Oct)

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The Rafina–Naxos crossing

Naxos is the largest and one of the most self-sufficient of the Cyclades, with golden beaches, a lively old town and green mountain villages. From Rafina, high-speed ferries reach it directly in the summer season, saving you the trip across Athens to Piraeus.

Out of peak season, direct sailings thin out and you may need to connect via Paros or Mykonos. Because Rafina sits just ~25 km from Athens International Airport, flying in and sailing the same day is easy in summer.

Tips for this route

  • Book ahead in July & August — the fast boats and best fares go first.
  • Travelling with a car? Choose a conventional sailing and reserve vehicle space early.
  • Arrive 30–45 minutes early and keep your e-ticket ready for the gate.

At a glance

Crossing time
~3h30m–4h
From
Rafina
Operators
Fast Ferries · Golden Star · SeaJets
Frequency
Daily in summer
Vessels
High-speed
Season
Apr–Oct (peak Jul–Aug)

Other ferries from Rafina

Island-hopping? These routes also leave from Rafina.

Paros2h30m–3h Mykonos2h–2h30m All routesParos, Naxos, Santorini… Port guideGetting there & parking

Rafina–Naxos FAQ

How long is the Rafina to Naxos ferry?
Around 3½–4 hours on the high-speed services in summer.
How much does the ferry cost?
Fares vary by operator and season — check the live prices in the search above and book early in summer.
How many ferries run per day?
Usually one or more daily in high summer, with fewer (or connections via Paros and Mykonos) in spring, autumn and winter.
Which companies sail Rafina–Naxos?
Fast Ferries, Golden Star Ferries and SeaJets run this route in season.
Can I take a car?
Yes on the conventional sailings — reserve vehicle space in advance during the summer peak.

Rafina to Naxos: the closer route

Rafina is on Attica’s east coast, a short, direct crossing to Naxos 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.