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Port of Araxos

GRARX🇬🇷Greece

Port Location

About Port of Araxos

Also known as: Kyllini Ferry Port, Kyllini Harbour

Araxos is a port located in northwestern Achaea, Greece, near Cape Araxos. It serves as a coastal facility with an unspecified operational role.

Background
Araxos is a village and community in Larissos municipal unit, within West Achaea, in northwestern Achaea, Greece. It is located about 29 km southwest of Patras. The community of Araxos consists of the villages of Araxos, Akrotirio Araxos, and Taxiarches. Araxos is located in the coastal plains near Cape Araxos, which separates the Gulf of Patras from the Ionian Sea.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
2m

Region

Latitude
38.2000°
Longitude
21.3833°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GRARX
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Time Zone
UTC+2
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
9828998 →
Wikidata
Q3564754 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Araxos?+
The approach to Araxos is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ágios Sóstis Lighthouse at 7.3 NM to the N. Other aids include Oxeiá (14.3 NM WNW), Patras (16.4 NM E), Antirrío (19.6 NM ENE), Nafpaktos (24 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Araxos?+
The Port of Araxos is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Araxos?+
You can track vessels near Araxos (GRARX) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for GRARX on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Araxos?+
The Port of Araxos operates in the UTC+2 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.