Getting from Aegina to Rhodes

If you are heading to Rhodes from Aegina you are making your way to the largest island in the Dodecanese group, in the southeastern Aegean. It has a medieval walled city built by the Knights of Saint John that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best preserved medieval towns in Europe.

Take the ferry

There is no direct ferry from Aegina to Rhodes. The most practical ferry approach is to take the Saronic ferry from Aegina to Piraeus, which takes around 40 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes, and then board the Piraeus to Rhodes overnight ferry, which takes around 14 to 18 hours. It is a long total journey but a comfortable one on the larger vessels with cabins available.

Getting there by air

Rhodes has an international airport. Taking the Saronic ferry from Aegina to Piraeus, the metro to Athens Airport and flying to Rhodes takes around 1 hour in the air. Total travel time is around 4 to 5 hours and is the most practical approach for most travellers.

Your best option

Take the Saronic ferry from Aegina to Piraeus and fly to Rhodes. It is the fastest and most practical approach. If you are travelling with a car, take the Saronic ferry from Aegina to Piraeus and board the overnight Piraeus to Rhodes ferry, which takes your vehicle and arrives in Rhodes in the morning.