Rafina port has been nominated as one of the 12 major ports of national importance, taking essential, complementary role to the port of Piraeus and the broader system of port of Athens.
The port of Rafina is located in the eastern suburbs of Attica. Rafina has recently been developed, since more and more ferry companies choose to start their ferry itineraries from there. It serves both passenger – tourist and freight (transport trucks), raising significant amount of traffic to the islands of the Cyclades (Andros, Tinos, Mykonos, Paros) as well as its exclusive association with southern Evia. Lots of sail boats anchor at the port of Rafina and especially during the summer and ferry itineraries are quite frequent. Nowadays, Rafina is the second biggest port of Attica (after Piraeus).
If you need more information about ferry arrivals and departures from Rafina Port you can call the Port Authorities at (+30 22940) 22300, 22481, 22487.
How to get to Rafina:
- A bus leaves from Pedion Areos in thw Athens city center having as a final destination the port of Rafina. Rafina is approximately 34km from the centre of Athens. If you need more information you can call the suburban bus station (KTEL) at (+30 22940) 23440. The bus station is next to the port of Rafina, in front of the pier.
- You can reach Athens International airport using the bus that is located next to the port. The distance between Rafina port and Athens International airport is 35 km and the bus tickets cost 3€ approx per person.
A comfortable way to reach the port of Rafina, or Athens International Airport is by taxipiraeus.com.
