The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Naxos
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£38
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£49
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
4 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
5 h 33 m
Ferries on 20 Oct
3
Distance
185 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Naxos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Naxos will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £38.
On Tue 20 Oct, we found 3 ferries from Athens to Naxos, including 3 direct services.
On Tue 20 Oct the direct ferries cover the 185 km distance in an average of 5 h 33 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
The slowest ferries will take 7 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
BLUE STAR NAXOS17:307h00Port of Piraeus0:30Port of Naxos£381One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR DELOS7:255h20Port of Piraeus12:45Port of Naxos£471One-way0 changes
EUROCHAMPION JET9:304h20Port of Piraeus13:50Port of Naxos£621One-way0 changes
EUROCHAMPION JET9:304h20Port of Piraeus13:50Port of Naxos£621One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR DELOS7:255h20Port of Piraeus12:45Port of Naxos£471One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR NAXOS17:307h00Port of Piraeus0:30Port of Naxos£381One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Naxos
Ferries from Athens to Naxos run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 7 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 03:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest ferry covers the 99 nautical miles (185 km) distance in 2h 55m. There are 22 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Naxos are available to foot passengers.




Distance 99 nautical miles (185 km) |
Average sailing duration 4h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Ferries per day 7 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 22 |
Fastest ferry 2h 55m |
First ferry 3:25 |
Last ferry 23:40 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Athens to Naxos Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:25 | Arrival Time 12:45 | Duration 5h20 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 20:00 | Duration 5h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:30 | Arrival Time 00:30 | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival Time 16:45 | Duration 9h45 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 13:50 | Duration 4h20 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 00:20 | Duration 5h50 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Athens to Naxos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Naxos ferries for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE STAR NAXOS | 17:30 Port of Piraeus | 5h50 | 23:20 Port of Naxos | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 20 October | |||||
BLUE STAR DELOS | 7:25 Port of Piraeus | 5h20 | 12:45 Port of Naxos | 0 changesdirect | |
EUROCHAMPION JET | 9:30 Port of Piraeus | 4h20 | 13:50 Port of Naxos | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries from Athens to NaxosYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Naxos with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Athens to Naxos ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Naxos by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Naxos, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Naxos
Most Athens to Naxos ferries use the Port of Piraeus to Port of Naxos port pair. Use this guide to compare Athens and Naxos ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Athens port do ferries to Naxos leave from?
Getting to Port of Piraeus from Athens city centre
Port of Piraeus port facilities and services
Port of Piraeus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km), To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km), Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in passenger terminals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Piraeus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Piraeus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Piraeus.
Getting to Port of Rafina from Athens city centre
Port of Rafina port facilities and services
Port of Rafina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: To Steki tou Andrea (0.3km), Agoni Grammi (0.4km), To Limeni (0.5km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Rafina.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Rafina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Rafina.
Getting to Lavrio from Athens city centre
Lavrio port facilities and services
Lavrio has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: To Steki Tou Mina (0.3km), To Perivoli (0.5km), Ta Karnaria (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lavrio.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lavrio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lavrio.
Which Naxos port do ferries from Athens arrive at?
Getting to Port of Naxos from Naxos city centre
Port of Naxos is 9 km from Naxos city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Naxos port facilities and services
Port of Naxos has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Meze2 (0.3km), Scirocco (0.5km), To Elliniko (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Naxos.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Naxos: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Naxos.
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