Ferry Rafina → Andros 🇬🇷🇬🇷
The Rafina to Andros crossing is the fastest gateway from the Athens area to the northern Cyclades. Departing from Rafina port, east of Athens and close to the airport, ferries reach Gavrio on Andros in as little as 50 minutes to one hour on SEAJETS high-speed catamarans, or in around two hours on the conventional vessels of Golden Star Ferries and Fast Ferries. Andros is the greenest of the Cyclades, prized for its terraced hills, hidden waterfalls, hiking trails of the Andros Route, neoclassical Chora and quiet sandy beaches. With several daily sailings in summer, it is an easy first hop on a Cycladic island-hopping trip.
The Rafina → Andros ferry route serves Andros from Rafina, in Greece. It is operated by SEAJETS, GOLDEN STAR FERRIES, FAST FERRIES, with a crossing time of around 50 min to 1 h (high-speed) to about 2 h (conventional) (multiple daily departures in summer). Fares start from €24 per person, vehicle extra. On VoilaFerry you compare live schedules, prices and availability across every operator on this route, then book your ticket — passengers, car, cabin or pet — in minutes, with no added service fees.
Operators on this route
- SEAJETS
- GOLDEN STAR FERRIES
- FAST FERRIES
How to book your ferry
- Pick your date and number of passengers.
- Compare operators, schedules and fares in real time.
- Add a vehicle, cabin or pet if needed, then pay online securely.
Good to know
- Vehicles (car, motorbike, motorhome) accepted on most departures.
- Cabins and reclining seats available for overnight crossings.
- Pets welcome depending on the operator.
Frequently asked questions
- How long does the Rafina to Andros ferry take?
- High-speed catamarans cross in about 50 minutes to one hour, while conventional ferries take roughly two hours depending on the operator and vessel.
- Which companies sail from Rafina to Andros?
- SEAJETS runs high-speed services, while Golden Star Ferries and Fast Ferries operate both fast and conventional ships on this route.
- Can I take a car or pet on the ferry to Andros?
- Yes. The conventional vessels of Golden Star Ferries and Fast Ferries carry cars and motorbikes, and pets are accepted; add your vehicle or pet during booking to see availability and pricing.
- When should I book the Rafina to Andros ferry?
- Andros is a popular summer destination with several daily departures, but the cheapest fares and car spaces sell out fast in July and August, so book a few weeks ahead.