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Book Rafina to Naxos ferry tickets. Fastest crossing: 4h. Tickets from €42.00 with Golden Star Ferries & more. Compare schedules, prices & operators.
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The ferry from Rafina to Naxos takes about 4h and fares start from €42.00. There are up to Daily (peak) crossings a day in high season, run by Golden Star Ferries, Seajets. Book online to compare departure times and secure the lowest fare.
Updated May 2026
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The Rafina to Naxos ferry is one of the most popular Aegean crossings, operating seasonally with daily sailings. The crossing takes between 4h and 7h depending on the vessel, with ticket prices starting from €42.00. The route is served by Golden Star Ferries and SeaJets. Vehicles including cars and motorcycles can be transported on conventional ferries on this route. Whether you are island-hopping across the Cyclades or heading directly to Naxos, this guide covers everything you need to book with confidence.
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Sailing Timetable
A real high-season sailing day (Rafina to Naxos). Departure times, durations and fares vary by date, operator and vessel.
Indicative timetable and fares sampled on 2026-08-12 · updated May 2026. Prices and departure times change by date, operator and vessel — check live availability for your exact travel date.
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| availability.table.month | availability.table.frequency | availability.table.duration | availability.table.from |
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| January | 7 days/week | 7h | €42.00 |
| February | 7 days/week | 7h | €42.00 |
| March | 7 days/week | 7h | €42.00 |
| April | 7 days/week | 4h | €48.30 |
| May | 7 days/week | 4h | €48.30 |
| June | 7 days/week | 4h | €48.30 |
| July | 7 days/week | 4h | €48.30 |
| August | 7 days/week | 4h | €48.30 |
| September | 7 days/week | 4h | €48.30 |
| October | 7 days/week | 4h | €48.30 |
| November | 7 days/week | 7h | €42.00 |
| December | 7 days/week | 7h | €42.00 |
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| pricing.table.passengers | Rafina → Naxos | Naxos → Rafina |
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| Economy / Deck seat | €42.00 | €42.00 |
| Airline-style numbered seat | €52.50 | €52.50 |
| Business / VIP class | €69.30 | €69.30 |
| 2-bed cabin | €105.00 | €105.00 |
| Car transport | €117.60 | €117.60 |
| Motorcycle | €37.80 | €37.80 |
| Children (5–10 yrs) | Up to 50% discount | Up to 50% discount |
| Infants (0–4 yrs) | Free | Free |
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Your ferry from Rafina to Naxos offers more than just transport, it is part of the Greek island experience. On conventional ferries (Blue Star, Fast Ferries), expect open sun decks where you can watch the Aegean unfold, full restaurants and cafes, shops, ATMs, and spacious indoor lounges. High-speed catamarans (Seajets, Hellenic Seaways) trade outdoor space for speed: airline-style interiors, snack bars, and panoramic windows.
All vessels, regardless of type, provide air-conditioned interiors, clean restrooms, and bilingual (Greek/English) announcements. During peak summer season, arrive early to claim the best deck spots.
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Rafina Port, 30 min east of Athens city centre. Accessible by KTEL bus from Pedion tou Areos.
Naxos Town Port, central, walk straight into the main square.
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The Rafina to Naxos ferry takes between 4h and 7h, depending on the operator and vessel type. The fastest option is 4h.
Ferry tickets from Rafina to Naxos start from €42.00 for an economy seat. Prices vary by operator, season, and ticket class.
Ferries on the Rafina to Naxos route run Daily (peak). In summer (June–September) frequency increases significantly.
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