Hydra
Athens (Piraeus)
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Hydra to Athens (Piraeus) Ferry

The Hydra Piraeus ferry route connects Saronic Islands with Athens and is currently operated by 3 ferry companies. Hellenic Seaways operate their crossing up to 5 times per day, Anes Ferries 4 times per week & the Alpha Lines service is available up to 14 times per week.

There are a combined 53 sailings available per week on the Hydra Piraeus crossing between Saronic Islands and Athens and with 3 ferry companies on offer it is advisable to compare all to make sure you get the best fare at the time that you want to travel.

Can you travel by high-speed ferry from Hydra to Athens (Piraeus)?


Yes, you can take a fast ferry from Hydra to Athens (Piraeus). Fast ferry duration ranges between 1 hour and 3 hours. Blue Star Ferries and Alpha Lines are popular ferry operators offering high speed ferries to Athens from Hydra. The fastest ferry to Athens from Hydra is with Alpha Lines, sailing the route in 1 hour and 20 minutes.

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Hydra - Athens (Piraeus) Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 3
Operators Alpha Lines, Anes Ferries & Hellenic Seaways
Average Price £85*
Average Daily Sailings 6
Average Weekly Sailings 41
Average Sailing Duration 1h 42m
Fastest Sailing Duration 1h 10m
First Ferry 07:20
Last Ferry 21:30
Distance 34 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2023-08-01.

Most popular questions

  • How long is the ferry from Hydra to Piraeus?

    The ferry crossing time from Hydra to Piraeus is approximately 2h 06m. Sailing durations may vary from season to season and by operator so we’d advise doing a live check.
  • How much is the ferry from Hydra to Piraeus?

    Hydra to Piraeus ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Hydra to Piraeus is £79. Price exclusive of booking fees.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Hydra to Piraeus?

    There are 3 popular ferry operators for Hydra to Piraeus. These are
    • Hellenic Seaways
    • Anes Ferries
    • Alpha Lines
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Hydra to Piraeus?

    Book ferries from Hydra to Piraeus through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers.
  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Hydra to Piraeus?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Hydra to Piraeus with
    • Hellenic Seaways
    • Anes Ferries
    • Alpha Lines
  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Hydra to Piraeus?

    No, only foot passengers can travel on the ferry.
  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Hydra to Piraeus?

    Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with
    • Hellenic Seaways
    • Anes Ferries
  • How far is Piraeus from Hydra?

    The distance between Hydra to Piraeus is approximately 34 nautical Miles.

Hydra Athens (Piraeus) Ferry reviews

  • "Cannot fault"

    Cannot fault them, prompt arrival at the quay, efficiently docked and boarded by professional staff who knew what they were doing, crossing was smooth and on time, definitely recommend

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  • "Excellent service. "

    Staff were excellent. All wearing masks and reminding passengers to wear masks. Vessel was extremely clean. Trip was punctual. I didn’t have anything to eat but looked like a good range of snacks available. 

    'Flyingcat' travelled on Flyingcat

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  • "Ferry On time. Both Ways"

    The ferry was ontime on our round trip passage in Greece. the staff is amazingly fast in loading and unloading passengers. and very helpful

    'Flyingcat' travelled on Flyingcat

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  • "Feedback"

    Excellent . Unbelievable how punctual and efficient the ferry workings are 

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Hydra Guide

Located in the Saronic group of islands in the Aegean Sea, between the Saronic Gulf and the Argolic Gulf, the Greek island of Hydra is separated from the Peloponnese by a narrow strip of water. The island's natural springs have given the island its name as Hydra is derived from the Greek word for water. The island's main town, Hydra Port, is home to the island's harbour which can be found nestled amongst a number of restaurants, markets, shops and galleries, all of which cater for visiting tourists.

The only method of transport available on the island are water taxis and donkeys as cars and motorcycles are forbidden. However, the populated parts of Hydra are relatively small and therefore most people seem happy to walk everywhere.

From the island's harbour there are daily catamaran and flying dolphin services to Piraeus, Athens. The crossing time is around 1 hour, or between 3 and 3 1/2 hours by conventional ferry. The island is also connected by ferry to the rest of the islands in the Saronic Gulf and also with Porto Cheli.


Athens (Piraeus) Guide

The Greek city and port of Piraeus is one of the largest ports in the whole of the Mediterranean, and the third largest in the world, and has become a major hub for the ferry network that spans the Aegean Sea. Piraeus is an important city in its own right despite the fact that it is frequently considered to be a suburb of Athens, the Greek capital, which is only a very short distance away. Despite its proximity to Athens, Piraeus' waterfront has its own distinct appearance and visitors will see that the most appealing parts of the city are located around its eastern quarter, alongside both Mikrolimano Harbour and Zea Marina. A popular event in Piraeus is the Ecocinema International Film Festival which is held annually in late February and is where a number of films are screened at the Atticon Cinema and the Cineac Cinema, which are both located in the city's Town Hall Square.

Full of restaurants, bars and nightclubs, the waterfront district was greatly redeveloped in time for the Athens Olympics and as a result a new harbour front promenade was created that is lined with trees and passes the medieval city walls. The walls serve as a reminder and as an insight into the city's rich past.


Hydra to Piraeus Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 18/03/2024 and 24/03/2024


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Hellenic Seaways 07:20 09:20 2 hours Everyday
Alpha Lines 13:00 14:50 1 hour 50 minutes Sat
Hellenic Seaways 13:50 15:45 1 hour 55 minutes Tue
Alpha Lines 14:45 16:35 1 hour 50 minutes Fri, Sun
Hellenic Seaways 15:00 16:45 1 hour 45 minutes Thu
Alpha Lines 15:15 17:05 1 hour 50 minutes Mon
Hellenic Seaways 15:30 17:30 2 hours Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Hellenic Seaways 16:30 18:20 1 hour 50 minutes Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
Hellenic Seaways 16:50 18:50 2 hours Sat
Hellenic Seaways 17:00 18:15 1 hour 15 minutes Tue
Hellenic Seaways 17:40 19:40 2 hours Mon
Alpha Lines 17:45 19:30 1 hour 45 minutes Sat
Hellenic Seaways 18:15 20:15 2 hours Tue
Hellenic Seaways 19:55 21:05 1 hour 10 minutes Sat

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