Ferry Naxos-Athens

Discover the best ferries from Naxos to Athens, travel tips, prices, and much more. Here we go!

In brief, traveling from Naxos to Athens is very easy!
- Naxos is connected by ferry to Athens throughout the year.
- Ferries reach the ports of Piraeus and Rafina.
- The route is operated by both conventional and high-speed ferries.
- The price of a standard ticket starts at '43' 'EUR' (43 euros).

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The high-speed Power Jet of Seajets sailing away from Naxos Port

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Ferries from Naxos arrive at the two major ports of Athens (Piraeus and Rafina). Out of the two, Piraeus is the one located closest to the city center of the Greek capital, while Rafina is the one closest to the International Airport of Athens.
Depending on the year, occasional routes to the port of Lavrio may be available as well. The route to Piraeus is operated throughout the year, while crossings to Rafina are only available between late April and mid-October.
During the high season (May to September), there are 8-9 daily connections to the port of Piraeus and 3 to Rafina. During the rest of the year, there are only 1 or 2 daily routes to Piraeus.
To Piraeus Port: The first ferry departs at 09:30 and the last one at 22:30.
To Rafina Port: The first ferry departs at 09:00 and the last one at 14:00.

The conventional ferry Blue Star Delos of Blue Star Ferries leaving the port of Naxos

The route from Naxos to Athens is operated by both conventional and high-speed vessels.

➜ Conventional vs High Speed: What ferry should you select?

The distance between Naxos and Athens is 97 nautical miles (111 miles or 179 kilometers).
The duration of the trip ranges from 3 hours and 25 minutes to 6 hours and 30 minutes, depending on the company and the type of vessel. Conventional ferries reach Athens in around 5-6.5 hours, while high-speed/catamaran vessels take approximately 3.5-4.5 hours to complete the trip.
The fastest ferry is the Champions League Jet 1 by Seajets.

A standard ticket costs between '43' 'EUR' (43 euros) and '77.70' 'EUR' (77.70 euros), while the fare for a business class/VIP ticket ranges from '59' 'EUR' (59 euros) to '141.50' 'EUR' (141.50 euros).
Some categories of passengers, including students, ISIC card holders, children under the age of 10, disabled passengers and families with more than 3 children may be eligible for ticket discounts. Also, most companies allow babies and toddlers to travel for free.

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Standard/economy seats are the most popular and affordable option. In conventional ferries, they are situated on deck or in interior lounges and are not numbered, so your ticket does not correspond to a specific seat. In order to get a comfortable one, we recommend boarding the ferry as soon as possible.
Another option is the airplane seats, which are located in separate lounges. They are numbered and more comfortable, and they are the most affordable option among the numbered types of seats. For luxury travel, there are also Business/VIP seats, which are situated in a separate lounge and are more expensive.
There are only numbered seats in high-speed ferries, so a standard ticket corresponds to an airplane seat.

The port of Naxos and Naxos Town

All ferries depart from Naxos Port, which is located in the island’s capital. As it is small in size, spotting your ferry should be fairly easy. However, as the route from Naxos to Athens is highly popular, you may encounter traffic around the port.

Ferries bound for Athens arrive either at Piraeus or at Rafina Port. In the case of Piraeus Port, ferries from the Cyclades arrive at Gates E6, E7, E9 and E10. Distances between the gates can be long, so while making your schedule, it is important that you take into account the time it will take you to access the metro or other means of public transport.
By contrast, Rafina Port is much smaller and doesn’t have any gates. The same applies to the port of Lavrio.
Don’t get lost! Get our Piraeus Port Map, Rafina Port Map and Lavrio Port Map.

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Luggage policies in Greek ferries are quite flexible.
Most companies allow 40 kg or 0.5 cubic meters of luggage per passenger and provide a luggage storage area on each ferry.
If you wish, you can take your luggage with you to the lounges or the deck (if available). We recommend leaving bulky suitcases in the designated area and taking only your personal belongings (wallet, keys, mobile phone, etc.) with you upstairs.

You need to purchase a vehicle ticket to take your car or motorbike with you to Athens.
Drivers should be at the port 1 hour to 1.5 hours before the official departure time.
For safety reasons, entering the garage while the ferry is sailing is prohibited.
Note: Many car rental companies do not allow customers to ferry their vehicles. We recommend avoiding purchasing a vehicle ticket before contacting your car rental company.

Domestic flights between the National Airport of Naxos and the International Airport of Athens are available.
However, to include more Cycladic destinations in your itinerary, you can combine Naxos with other nearby islands, such as Paros or Mykonos, and then proceed to Athens by ferry.

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Athens is not only a major transportation hub to the Greek islands, but also a fascinating destination in its own right. Boasting a rich history that goes back over 3,000 years, it features world-renowned antiquities like the Acropolis, as well as a number of excellent museums and a vibrant cultural and nightlife scene.

In our mini-guide for Athens, you can find the best things to see and do in the Greek capital.