Naxos – Athens (Rafina)

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Naxos Athens (Rafina) Ferry

The Naxos Athens (Rafina) ferry route connects Cyclades Islands with Athens and is currently operated by 2 ferry companies. The SeaJets service runs up to 6 times per week with a sailing duration of around 4 hours 15 minutes While the Cyclades Fast Ferries service runs up to 6 times per week with a duration from 5 hours 50 minutes.

So that’s a combined 12 sailings on offer per week on the Naxos Athens (Rafina) route between Cyclades Islands and Athens. Compare now and get the best fare at the time that you want to travel.

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Naxos Guide

Naxos Ferry Port

Naxos is the largest of the Cyclades Island group in the Aegean Sea, an island group laying to the southeast of Greece. There are many ferry routes departing Naxos Port, the vast majority of the crossings head to other coastal resorts belonging to Greece and are supplied by a few companies.

What is there to do in Naxos?

Atmospheric streets filled with shops, restaurants and cobblestones – Naxos is a hub of tourism. Unlike many Greek holiday destinations, the island of Naxos doesn’t just rely on its warm climate and wonderful beaches to attract visitors, although many tourists could be excused an extended stay on the golden sands next to crystal waters. The island is inundated with historical sites, the most popular being the iconic 6th Century BC marble gate on the islet of Palatia in Naxos harbour. Other notable historical landmarks are the Church of Panagia Drossiani and the Venetian Museum. For a wealth of history and culture, the old town is the perfect place to spend a whole day exploring the unique buildings and quietly quaint streets. As well as the old town, Portara offers remarkable architecture that overlooks the sea and the town, making it the ideal spot for enviable photos.

How do visitors get around Naxos?

Walking is often considered the best form of transport around the town; there are also taxis readily available throughout Naxos, though it is advisable to negotiate a price before entry. Rental companies are dotted about the town, however, many have gained a reputation for being pushy and aggressive with tourists.


Athens (Rafina) Guide

Athens (Rafina) Ferry Port

Rafina is located on the Aegean sea coast about 30 km east of the centre of Athens in Attica, Greece. Though further away from Athens than neighbouring Piraeus, Rafina port is actually closer to the airport which makes it popular with international travellers passing through on their way to the Greek Islands. Rafina is the 2nd largest port in this region after Piraeus (Lavrio being the 3rd) and serves ferries to the southern part of Euboea as well as providing connections to most of the islands in the Cyclades group. With a huge number of ferry crossings in operation, services are offered by the largest of the Greek ferry companies.


Naxos to Athens (Rafina)
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 9/06/2025 and 15/06/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
SeaJets 09:00 13:15 4 hours 15 minutes Mon, Sat, Sun
Cyclades Fast Ferries 14:30 20:20 5 hours 50 minutes Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
Cyclades Fast Ferries 15:30 21:20 5 hours 50 minutes Mon, Tue, Sun

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