Ferry from Ios to Athens (Rafina)

Depending on the season their are about 7 weekly sailings between Ios and Athens (Rafina).Golden Star Ferries provides the ferry from Ios to Athens (Rafina). Ios Athens (Rafina) ferries take around 5 hours 5 minutes. The ferry costs between $148.39 and $748.26, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Ios to Athens (Rafina).

What's the ferry schedule from Ios to Athens (Rafina)?

Ios Athens (Rafina) ferries depart at around 15:15.

How long is the ferry from Ios to Athens (Rafina)?

Ferries from Ios to Athens (Rafina) sail in around 5 hours 5 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Ios Athens (Rafina) Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 7 weekly sailings from Ios to Athens (Rafina) provided by Golden Star Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.

How much does the ferry cost fromIos to Athens (Rafina)?

The price of a ferry from Ios to Athens (Rafina) typically range between $148.39* and $748.26*. On average the Ios Athens (Rafina) ferry is $297.65*. The cheapest Ios Athens (Rafina) ferry prices start from $148.39*. The average price for a foot passenger is $296.42*. The average price for a car is $748.88*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated 1 February 2025.

What is the distance from Ios to Athens (Rafina)?

The distance between Ios to Athens (Rafina) is approximately 119 miles (192km) or 104 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Ios to Athens (Rafina) with a car?

Yes, Ios Athens (Rafina) ferries allow cars onboard with Golden Star Ferries between Ios and Athens (Rafina). To view car ferry tickets and prices between Ios and Athens (Rafina) use our Deal Finder.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Ios to Athens (Rafina)?

Golden Star Ferries allow foot passengers on Ios Athens (Rafina) ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Ios to Athens (Rafina)?

Golden Star Ferries allow pets on ferries from Ios to Athens (Rafina). Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.

Ios to Athens (Rafina) Ferry Alternatives

- Ios to Athens (Piraeus)

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Ios Guide

Forming one of the Cyclades group of islands, the Greek island of Ios is located in the Aegean Sea and lies around mid way between the island of Naxos and the island of Santorini. The island's terrain is characterised by hills and cliffs that lead down to the sea on most sides of the island. Located on the north west coast is the island's port which is only a short distance from the village of Chora. The trip between Chora and the port can be made on foot which will take you along a steep donkey path, and takes around 15 minutes. The village is characterised by narrow paths and streets most of which have now been taken over by bars, restaurants, shops and night clubs to cater for tourists.

There are ferries from the island's port to Piraeus and Rafina with a crossing time of between 4 1/2 hours and 8 hours, depending on ferry type, route and destination. During the summer months Ios is also connected by ferry to the other islands of the Cyclades.

Athens (Rafina) Guide

The Greek town of Rafina lies on the east coast of the Attica region of mainland Greece, on the shores of the Aegean Sea. The town is close to the town's of Artemida and Nea Makri and also to the Greek capital, Athens, which is around 25 km to the west. because of its proximity to Athens Rafina is popular with many Athenians who visit to enjoy the town's many fish restaurants that can be found lining the harbour. It is not uncommon to see the day's catch lying on beds of ice outside each restaurant.

In ancient times Rafina was named Arafinidon Alon but its history dates back to prehistoric times, but more specifically to pre-Hellenic times. In Askitario, to the south of Rafina, archaeologists have found a unique vase with a dog painted on it which has been dated back to 2,800 BC. Another significant find was near the town's port where a bronze foundry was discovered and is thought to be one of the oldest in Europe, and dates back to 1800 BC.

After the Port of Piraeus, Rafina's port is the second largest in Attica. Ferry services operating from the port depart to the southern part of Euboea and to the Cyclades islands.

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