Ferry from Ouranoupoli to Dafni
50m to 2h · 1 operator
Ouranoupoli to Dafni at a glance
Ferries from Ouranoupoli to Dafni are scheduled 42 times over the next 14 days, about 3 a day. The earliest departure in that window is 08:45 and the latest is 11:00. The crossing takes between 50m and 2h, depending on the vessel. In the next fortnight the route is served by 1 operator: Agioreitikes Grammes. There are sailings on all seven days during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 3 December 2026.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 3 December 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Ouranoupoli to Dafni is the main entry sailing into Mount Athos, worked by Agioreitikes Grammes with the Axion Esti and Sofia. Timings vary from around forty-five minutes on a direct run to two hours on services that call along the coast. The boat traces the western shore of the peninsula, with monasteries appearing one after another on the hillsides above.
Dafni is the monastic republic's principal port and is purely functional, with a bus connection onward to Karyes, the administrative capital. There is no tourism here in any normal sense. Entry requires a diamonitirion permit and is in practice restricted to men, arranged well in advance.
The service runs a few times a day, and the timetable is shown below, but no fares are published yet. Bring your permit and passport, as documents are checked at the dock in Ouranoupoli before boarding. Visitors without a permit can still take the sightseeing cruises that run along the Athos coast from Ouranoupoli without landing.
Weekly Ouranoupoli to Dafni Ferry Schedule
What each ferry company has published from 14 November 2026 to 3 December 2026, where the published timetable ends: the days it sails and its departure times from Ouranoupoli.
Agioreitikes Grammes
Book Agioreitikes Grammes tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 08:45, 09:45, 11:00 |
Timetable published to 3 December 2026.
Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 14 November 2026 to 3 December 2026. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails every day from 14 November, 3 sailings a day. Earliest departure 08:45, latest 11:00. Fastest crossing 50m. Conventional ferries: Agioreitikes Grammes. High-speed: Agioreitikes Grammes.
- December 2026: sails every day to 3 December, 3 sailings a day. Earliest departure 08:45, latest 11:00. Fastest crossing 50m. Conventional ferries: Agioreitikes Grammes. High-speed: Agioreitikes Grammes.
Ouranoupoli to Dafni Ferry Fares
No published fares for this route yet.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Ouranoupoli to Dafni between 14 November 2026 and 27 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 14 November Book for Sat 14 November | 08:45 | 09:35 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Sat 14 November | 09:45 | 11:45 | 2h | Axion Esti | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Sat 14 November | 11:00 | 11:50 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Sun 15 November Book for Sun 15 November | 08:45 | 09:35 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Sun 15 November | 09:45 | 11:45 | 2h | Axion Esti | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Sun 15 November | 11:00 | 11:50 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Mon 16 November Book for Mon 16 November | 08:45 | 09:35 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Mon 16 November | 09:45 | 11:45 | 2h | Axion Esti | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Mon 16 November | 11:00 | 11:50 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Tue 17 November Book for Tue 17 November | 08:45 | 09:35 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Tue 17 November | 09:45 | 11:45 | 2h | Axion Esti | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Tue 17 November | 11:00 | 11:50 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Wed 18 November Book for Wed 18 November | 08:45 | 09:35 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Wed 18 November | 09:45 | 11:45 | 2h | Axion Esti | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Wed 18 November | 11:00 | 11:50 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Thu 19 November Book for Thu 19 November | 08:45 | 09:35 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Thu 19 November | 09:45 | 11:45 | 2h | Axion Esti | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Thu 19 November | 11:00 | 11:50 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Fri 20 November Book for Fri 20 November | 08:45 | 09:35 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Fri 20 November | 09:45 | 11:45 | 2h | Axion Esti | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Fri 20 November | 11:00 | 11:50 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Sat 21 November Book for Sat 21 November | 08:45 | 09:35 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Sat 21 November | 09:45 | 11:45 | 2h | Axion Esti | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Sat 21 November | 11:00 | 11:50 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Sun 22 November Book for Sun 22 November | 08:45 | 09:35 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Sun 22 November | 09:45 | 11:45 | 2h | Axion Esti | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Sun 22 November | 11:00 | 11:50 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Mon 23 November Book for Mon 23 November | 08:45 | 09:35 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Mon 23 November | 09:45 | 11:45 | 2h | Axion Esti | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Mon 23 November | 11:00 | 11:50 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Tue 24 November Book for Tue 24 November | 08:45 | 09:35 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Tue 24 November | 09:45 | 11:45 | 2h | Axion Esti | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Tue 24 November | 11:00 | 11:50 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Wed 25 November Book for Wed 25 November | 08:45 | 09:35 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Wed 25 November | 09:45 | 11:45 | 2h | Axion Esti | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Wed 25 November | 11:00 | 11:50 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Thu 26 November Book for Thu 26 November | 08:45 | 09:35 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Thu 26 November | 09:45 | 11:45 | 2h | Axion Esti | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Thu 26 November | 11:00 | 11:50 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Fri 27 November Book for Fri 27 November | 08:45 | 09:35 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Fri 27 November | 09:45 | 11:45 | 2h | Axion Esti | Agioreitikes Grammes |
| Fri 27 November | 11:00 | 11:50 | 50m | Sofia | Agioreitikes Grammes |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Ouranoupoli to Dafni?
Ferries from Ouranoupoli to Dafni are scheduled 42 times over the next 14 days, about 3 a day. In that fortnight there are departures on all seven days. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 3 December 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Ouranoupoli to Dafni today?
Yes, there are 3 sailings from Ouranoupoli to Dafni today. Departure times: 08:45, 09:45 and 11:00.
How many ferries run from Ouranoupoli to Dafni this week?
21 sailings from Ouranoupoli to Dafni are scheduled over the next seven days, about 3 a day this week.
What time is the first ferry from Ouranoupoli to Dafni?
The first ferry from Ouranoupoli to Dafni leaves at 08:45 and the last at 11:00.
How long is the ferry from Ouranoupoli to Dafni?
The fastest crossing from Ouranoupoli to Dafni takes 50m and the slowest 2h. On this route conventional ferries take 2h and high-speed vessels take 50m.
Which ferry companies operate the Ouranoupoli to Dafni route?
In the next fortnight the Ouranoupoli to Dafni route is served by Agioreitikes Grammes. Crossings run on conventional ferries and high-speed vessels.
Tips for the Ouranoupoli to Dafni ferry
- When travelling with a motorcycle, book and pay for the vehicle space at the same time as your passenger ticket – vehicle spaces can sell out separately.
- If your crossing is rough and you have children who feel unwell, the best remedy is fresh air on the lee side of the deck and a light ginger biscuit.
- If you booked through a third-party agent, you may still need to collect a physical ticket at the port – check your booking confirmation carefully.
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