GOLDEN STAR FERRIES

Official operator information and routes.

GOLDEN STAR FERRIES
General Information

Golden Star Ferries is a Greek ferry company founded in 2011. The main goal of the company is to provide high-quality services and safety to its passengers.

Golden Star Ferries ferry routes

Golden Star Ferries operates ferry crossings from Rafina to the Cyclades islands all year round. Also, the company serves frequent crossings connecting the islands of Cyclades, such as Mykonos, Paros and Naxos.

The 2 main ferry routes operated by Golden Star Ferries are: Rafina - Andros - Tinos - Mykonos and Rafina - Tinos - Mykonos - Paros - Ios - Santorini (Thira).

Also, some of the most popular ferry routes are:

  • Paros - Mykonos
  • Ios - Mykonos
  • Rafina - Paros
  • Mykonos - Thira
  • Naxos - Paros

Golden Star Ferries fleet & ships

The Golden Star Ferries fleet consists of 3 conventional ferries and 2 high-speed ferries. Indicative vessels in the fleet include Andros Queen and Golden Princess.

All of the company’s ferries are modern and offer a range of facilities for travelers, such as car decks, different seating types, shopping areas, children’s play areas, satellite television, and a café.

Golden Star Ferries discounts & offers 

The ferry company Golden Star Ferries offers special discounts

Here you can see some of the passenger categories eligible for discounts:

  • Large families (Greek citizens)
  • Families with 3 children (Greek citizens).
  • Permanent residents of islands (holders of Unique Islander Number)
  • Students of Greek Public Universities
  • People with disabilities and their accompanying persons
  • Military personnel

Note: infants and children up to 4 years travel for free on routes operated by Golden Star Ferries. Children from 5 to 10 years old enjoy special rates of 50% off on the regular fare.

Also, Golden Star Ferries offers a 30% discount for any destination on the return tickets for the same day trip, provided that tickets are issued at the same time, as well as additional benefits with the Golden Miles membership card. Discount is valid for both passengers and vehicles.

On Ferryhopper, you can find all available offers and discounts and book cheap ferry tickets with Golden Star Ferries.

Golden Star Ferries special amenities & facilities

On the conventional vessels of Golden Star Ferries there are facilities for people with disabilities such as adapted seats, elevators, ramps, wheelchairs and cabins. Make sure to confirm with the ferry operator if you need assistance with access.

Pets are welcome to travel in specially designated cabins and kennels. As the number of cabins is limited, it is recommended to book a cabin or a kennel for your pet in advance.

Pets are allowed at the outside deck area, should always be on a leash and wear a muzzle when circulating on the ship.

Additionally, Golden Star Ferries offers vehicle transport. For unaccompanied vehicles, a special form must be completed. Please note, however, that Ferryhopper does not handle ticket reservations for vehicles without drivers.

Find all Golden Star Ferries ferry timetables and connections, compare prices and book your e-ticket in just a few clicks.

Luggage allowance

You can bring luggage with a total weight of up to 50 kg for free.

4 vessels
4 vessels
8 destinations
8 destinations
157k ferryhoppers
157k ferryhoppers
Popular Routes
Rafina, Athens → Paros
Popular ferry route
Paros → Rafina, Athens
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Mykonos → Santorini (Thira)
Popular ferry route
Santorini (Thira) → Mykonos
Popular ferry route
Mykonos → Paros
Popular ferry route
Paros → Santorini (Thira)
Popular ferry route
Santorini (Thira) → Paros
Popular ferry route
Rafina, Athens → Mykonos
Popular ferry route
Mykonos → Rafina, Athens
Popular ferry route
Naxos → Mykonos
Popular ferry route
Naxos → Paros
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Rafina, Athens → Tinos
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Tinos → Rafina, Athens
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Rafina, Athens → Andros
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Andros → Rafina, Athens
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Discounts
Full fare
Full fare with no discount
Infant (0-4)
Discount for children aged 0-4 years
Child (5-10)
Discount for children aged 5-10 years
Greek Armed Forces personnel
Discount for members of the Greek Armed Forces
Family with 3 children (Greek citizens)
Discount for families with 3 children (Greek certificate required)
Large Family (Greek citizens)
Discount for families with 4+ children (Greek certificate required)
Student (Greek university)
Discount for students of Greek universities
Vessels
Superferry
Open deck120m
Passengers: 1760 • Vehicles: 280
Wi-Fi is available on board (charges may apply)The ferry does not have a restaurantSnacks and beverages are available for purchasePets are allowed on board
Superexpress
Catamaran91m
Passengers: 1070 • Vehicles: 200
Wi-Fi is available on board (charges may apply)The ferry does not have a restaurantSnacks and beverages are available for purchasePets are allowed on board
Andros Queen
Catamaran134m
Passengers: 1440 • Vehicles: 360
Wi-Fi is available on board (charges may apply)The ferry does not have a restaurantSnacks and beverages are available for purchasePets are allowed on board
Golden Princess
Open deck122m
Passengers: 780 • Vehicles: 160
Wi-Fi is not available on boardThe ferry has a restaurantSnacks and beverages are available for purchasePets are allowed on board
Terms

Terms of cancellation according to cancellation time:

Up to 7 days before departure: 75% refund or change to open date ticket.

From 6 days up to 12 hours before departure: 50% refund or change to open date ticket. Tickets cannot be cancelled or changed to open date after the vessel's departure.

Open date tickets: Open date tickets are refunded without cancellation fee only if issued originally as open date tickets. If they have been converted to an open date ticket, there is a 50% cancellation fee.