Golden Star Ferries

Golden Star Ferries
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Golden Star Ferries operates ferry services in Greece, connecting the mainland with the Cyclades in the Aegean Sea, an archipelago that includes the renowned destinations of Mykonos, Paros and Santorini. With the port of Rafina as its base of departure, Golden Star Ferries operates daily services to Andros, Tinos and Mykonos throughout the year, while during the summer season the islands of Paros, Naxos, Ios and Thira/Santorini are also added to the schedule.

All Golden Star Ferries routes

Golden Star Ferries

Golden Star Ferries operates ferry services in Greece, connecting the mainland with the Cyclades in the Aegean Sea, an archipelago that includes the renowned destinations of Mykonos, Paros and Santorini. With the port of Rafina as its base of departure, Golden Star Ferries operates daily services to Andros, Tinos and Mykonos throughout the year, while during the summer season the islands of Paros, Naxos, Ios and Thira/Santorini are also added to the schedule.

As part of its ongoing development, the company continuously invests in upgrading its fleet, offering modern and high-speed vessels in order to meet the growing needs of the travelling public. All Golden Star Ferries vessels provide modern amenities, speed and reliability. The company’s fleet includes the high-speed vessels HSC Superexpress and HSC Golden Princess, as well as the conventional ferries F/B Superferry, F/B Andros Queen and F/B Andros King.

Golden Star Ferries sailings

Golden Star Ferries have 87 daily and 560 weekly sailings.

Golden Star Ferries ferry routes

There are currently 50 ferry routes operated by Golden Star Ferries. Top routes include Andros to Mykonos, Ios to Athens (Rafina), Athens (Rafina) to Naxos, Naxos to Athens (Rafina) & Athens (Rafina) to Santorini (Thira).

Andros to Mykonos, Ios to Athens (Rafina), Athens (Rafina) to Naxos, Naxos to Athens (Rafina) & Athens (Rafina) to Santorini (Thira)

Most popular Golden Star Ferries ferry routes

Andros to Mykonos is the most popular route operated by Golden Star Ferries. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and costs £22.79 on average. There are 3 daily and 18 weekly sailings on this ferry route.

The second most popular Golden Star Ferries route is the Ios to Athens (Rafina), with an average duration of 5 hours 5 minutes. There are 1 daily and 7 weekly sailings on this ferry route. It usually costs around £70.68.

What is the fastest Golden Star Ferries ferry route?

Mykonos to Tinos is the fastest ferry route operated by Golden Star Ferries with an average duration of 35 minutes. The ferry usually costs around £11.18. There are currently 4 daily and 27 weekly sailings on this ferry route.

What is the slowest Golden Star Ferries ferry route?

The slowest route operated by Golden Star Ferries is Santorini (Thira) with a duration of about 6 hours 5 minutes. There are 1 daily and 7 weekly sailings on this route. The Santorini (Thira) ferry costs £74.22 on average.

Golden Star Ferries ferries: vehicles, pets and cabins

Can you take a car on Golden Star Ferries ferries?

Yes, you can take your car on Golden Star Ferries ferries on 50 routes. These car-friendly routes include Andros to Mykonos, Ios to Athens (Rafina), Athens (Rafina) to Naxos, Naxos to Athens (Rafina) & Athens (Rafina) to Santorini (Thira). For unaccompanied vehicle transport, passengers must have the relevant form with them.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on Golden Star Ferries ferries?

Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on ferries operated by Golden Star Ferries. There are currently 50 ferry routes that allow foot passengers including Andros to Mykonos, Ios to Athens (Rafina), Athens (Rafina) to Naxos, Naxos to Athens (Rafina) & Athens (Rafina) to Santorini (Thira)

Can you take pets on Golden Star Ferries ferries?

Pets are welcome on board Golden Star Ferries ferries, although this may depend on your route. There are currently 50 routes that allow pets on board. Pet-friendly routes include Andros to Mykonos, Ios to Athens (Rafina), Athens (Rafina) to Naxos, Naxos to Athens (Rafina) & Athens (Rafina) to Santorini (Thira).

However, there are a few things to bear in mind when travelling with your pet.

  • You must declare that you are travelling with a pet when booking your tickets.
  • Your pet's registration number, size, and category (assistance, companion) are needed in order to issue a zero-fare ticket for your animal.
  • Small animals weighing up to 10kg are allowed in public areas if they are in special cages/carrying bags.
  • Large animals weighing 10kg and above are not allowed in public areas. Instead, they will need to stay in specially designed pet accommodation on board. This does not apply to service animals.
  • Pets must be on a leash or harness on passenger decks.
  • You must have your pet's health booklet with you at all times showing necessary health and vaccination certificates

Are there cabins on Golden Star Ferries ferries?

Yes, cabins are available on board Golden Star Ferries ferries on 50 different routes including Andros to Mykonos, Ios to Athens (Rafina), Athens (Rafina) to Naxos, Naxos to Athens (Rafina) & Athens (Rafina) to Santorini (Thira).

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Andros Queen
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Superexpress
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Golden Princess

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