Your own wheels on the islands
Greek ferries carry cars, campers, motorhomes, caravans, vans and boats on trailers on almost every conventional route. With your own vehicle you can explore the villages and wild beaches at your own pace. A little planning makes it easy: here is what to know, for holidays and for work.
The rules for private vehicles
Measure and declare
Give the exact length and height of your camper, van or car with caravan, including bike racks, roof boxes and tow bars. The ferry fare and deck space depend on them, and a vehicle bigger than booked may be refused or charged extra at the port.
Gas and fuel
Vehicles running on LPG or other gas, and hybrid or electric vehicles, must be declared when you book. Gas tanks may be filled to no more than 50% and EV batteries charged to no more than 40%. Make sure gas bottles are turned off before boarding.
At the port
Be at the port at least 1 hour before departure. Large vehicles are loaded in the order set by the port authority, so arriving early helps. Book well ahead in July and August: garage space for big vehicles runs out first.
On board
Only the driver stays with the vehicle to drive it on and off; everyone else boards on foot. Nobody may stay in the vehicle during the crossing, so take what you need for the trip with you.
Boat on a trailer
Taking your own boat? We also book ferry tickets for a car towing a boat trailer. Give the total length of car, trailer and boat together, and the height of the boat on the trailer, including any mast, frame or outboard engine.
Vans and business trips
Vans and goods
Vans carrying goods, tools or equipment for work may be booked as commercial vehicles, with a different fare and different paperwork from a private car. Tell us what the vehicle carries and its weight.
Teams and fleets
Several vehicles and drivers on the same sailing, or regular crossings for a project? We book them together so your team travels on the same ship.
Exact dimensions
Length, height and weight decide the category. Include racks, ladders and trailers, and tell us if anything is loaded on the roof.
Timing
Commercial vehicles may need to be at the port earlier than cars. We confirm the exact check-in time and gate for your sailing.
Company invoice
Travelling for work? We issue an invoice in your company’s name. Send us the company name, address and VAT number with your quote request.
Easy routes to start with
Rafina → Andros
About 2 hours on Golden Star or Fast Ferries: the closest Cycladic island with daily car ferries.
Lavrio → Kea
About 1 hour on Blue Star, every day, close to Athens airport.
Kyllini → Zakynthos
About 1 h 15 m, four or more times a day; a car costs from €38.40 (October 2026).
Piraeus → Crete
Overnight every night on Blue Star and Minoan Lines: book a cabin and wake up in Heraklion or Chania.
Rafina → Tinos & Mykonos
Daily car ferries continuing from Andros.
Piraeus → Paros & Naxos
Blue Star all year; the hubs for hopping in the central Cyclades.
Get a quote
Send us the vehicle type, exact length and height, fuel, number of passengers, route and date, and whether it is a private or business trip. We find the right sailing and fare and reply in writing.
FAQ
Can I take a camper or motorhome on a Greek ferry?
Yes. The conventional ferries carry campers, motorhomes and cars with caravans. Book ahead in summer and declare the exact length and height.
Can I sleep in my camper during the crossing?
No. Only the driver stays with the vehicle to drive it on and off; nobody may stay in the vehicle during the crossing. On overnight ferries, book a cabin or a seat.
What about gas and electric vehicles?
Declare LPG, hybrid and electric vehicles when you book. Gas tanks may be filled to no more than 50% and EV batteries charged to no more than 40%.
Can I take my boat on a trailer?
Yes. Give the total length of the car, trailer and boat together, and the height of the boat on the trailer.
Can I get a company invoice?
Yes. For business trips we issue an invoice in your company’s name; send us the company name, address and VAT number.
Is wild camping allowed in Greece?
No. You can park a camper where parking is allowed, but setting up camp outside a campsite can be fined.