The Athens to Hydra ferry route is provided by 3 operators and is available for booking all year round. The ferry crossing from Athens to Hydra takes approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes on ferries servicing this route. Athens to Hydra ferry duration can range between 1 hour 20 minutes and 3 hours 30 minutes depending on the operator you decide to travel with as well as weather conditions.
There are around 52 ferry weekly sailings from Piraeus to Hydra. Anes Ferries offer up to 4 weekly sailings, Alpha Lines offer up to 13 weekly sailings and Hellenic Seaways offer up to 5 sailings per day. Ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry leaves at around 08:30 and the last ferry leaves at around 22:15pm . Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferries from Athens to Hydra is with Alpha Lines.
Yes, there are cabins on ferries from Athens to Hydra with Hellenic Seaways.
Yes, pets are welcome on ferries travelling from Athens to Hydra with Hellenic Seaways and Anes Ferries. Those travelling with Hellenic Seaways must ensure that your pet would stays on either the outside deck or in one of the designated kennels which can be pre-booked. However, dogs must remain muzzled when you are moving around the public areas of the ship.
The ferry price from Piraeus – Hydra can range between £69 and £235 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is £134, prices can range between £69 and £235. All ferry prices can vary from season to season.
Prices subject to change, pricing representative of searches over last 30 days.
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With up to 8 sailings per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. Alternatively, there is an alternative ferry to Hydra if that's more convenient for your journey.
You can take a high-speed ferry to Hydra from the port of Piraeus. The port is located 15km away from the city centre and is easily accessible by car and public transport. This ferry service to Hydra gets very popular during the summer months so please do book early to secure your boat tickets.
| Athens (Piraeus) - Hydra Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 3 | |
| Operators | Alpha Lines, Anes Ferries & Hellenic Seaways | |
| Average Price | £126* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 6 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 41 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 1h 44m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 1h 10m | |
| First Ferry | 08:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 19:30 | |
| Distance | 34 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2023-08-01.
"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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Read More Read Less"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
Read More Read Less"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
Read More Read Less"Feedback"
Excellent . Unbelievable how punctual and efficient the ferry workings are
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Read More Read LessThe most convenient way of getting from Athens to Hydra is by ferry. There are 7 to 9 sailings available per day during the high season, giving you plenty of opportunity. It's also a fantastic route if you wish to do some island hopping around Greece.
From the port of Piraeus, part of the Athens urban sprawl, and the largest port in all of Europe, which has been in use for many centuries now, and is a unique city in its own right, home to many historical sights, and within easy access of many other destinations both within Greece, and the islands within the Aegean Sea.
The island of Hydra is known not only for its array of golden beaches, but also for the natural springs that helped to give the island its name, has the many friendly locals and rich culture that you may expect from the Saronic Islands, and is the perfect place to visit for a relaxing and indulgent holiday.
Ferry Timetables between 04/12/2023 and 10/12/2023
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hellenic Seaways | 09:00 | 11:00 | 2 hours | Everyday |
| Hellenic Seaways | 17:00 | 18:50 | 1 hour 50 minutes | Everyday |
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