Porto Heli – Spetses

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Porto Heli – Spetses

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Porto Heli to Spetses Ferry Price

Porto Heli Spetses ferry prices tend to range between £22* and £78*. The average price for ferries from Porto Heli Spetses is typically £41*. The cheapest Porto Heli Spetses ferry prices start from £22*. The average foot passenger price is £41*.

Pricing will vary depending on the number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over the last 30 days and is exclusive of service fees, last updated October 25.

Cheap Ferry Tickets for the ferry from Porto Heli to Spetses

You can easily find cheap ferry tickets with our Deal Finder. We recommend booking in advance to get the best possible prices and availability. You can also check out our Special Offers page for the latest deals on Porto Heli ferries.

Are there any discounts available for senior citizens, students or residents?

Yes, Direct Ferries offers a wide range of discounts all year around. When searching for ferries, senior discounts will be automatically applied if they are available. Just select your age range from the passenger options.

Students and graduates can get a 5% discount on ferry tickets. To take advantage of the discount, you need to register with our partner Student Beans and confirm your student or graduate status. You will then receive a discount code which can be entered during the payment process.

Resident discounts are available on a variety of Spanish and Italian ferry routes. Just click on the "Residents" option when this is displayed in our Deal Finder. The discount is automatically applied to the price. Bear in mind that proof of registration or an identity card with the correct address must be shown at check-in.

Porto Heli Spetses Ferry Times

The first Porto Heli Spetses ferry typically departs from Porto Heli at around 05:50. The last ferry usually departs at 06:00.

Can I do a day trip from Porto Heli to Spetses?

Yes, you can take a day trip between Porto Heli and Spetses. Day trips from Porto Heli to Spetses by ferry are very popular due to the short journey time and many daily crossings. If possible, taking a vehicle is also a good way to explore the surrounding area outside the harbour at your own pace.


Vehicles & Pets

Can I bring my car on the ferry from Porto Heli to Spetses?

Yes, Blue Star Ferries ferries allow cars on board ferries between Porto Heli and Spetses. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Porto Heli and Spetses.

Can I bring my caravan on the ferry from Porto Heli to Spetses?

Whether you can bring your campervan on the ferry from Porto Heli to Spetses depends on several factors like the ship & operator of your preferred crossing. For more information on travelling with campervans & caravans on ferries, use our Deal Finder or visit our blog, where you can find practical tips & travel inspiration for your next adventure.

Can I travel by bicycle on the ferry from Porto Heli to Spetses?

Currently, you cannot take your bicycle on board any ferries from Porto Heli to Spetses.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Porto Heli to Spetses?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Blue Star Ferries ferries between Porto Heli and Spetses.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Porto Heli to Spetses?

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Porto Heli to Spetses with Blue Star Ferries. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

Can I take an overnight ferry from Porto Heli to Spetses?

Use our Deal Finder to find out whether your preferred ferry is an overnight ferry. Here you can also find the current ferry timetables and crossing times. Please note that the duration of the night ferries are usually slightly longer than that of the day ferries. 


Journey Information

International Travel Rules

Travel requirements can vary depending on the route, so it's important to check what documents you'll need before sailing. In most cases, a valid passport is required when traveling from Porto Heli to Spetses, along with any necessary visas or national ID cards. Requirements may differ based on your nationality and the destination country’s regulations. To avoid delays at check-in, you can find helpful information for your journey in our Check-in, Travel Documents & Tickets guide and in our blog post on tips and tricks for international travel


Travel Smart: How to book a ferry

Booking your Porto Heli to Spetses ferry tickets

Book your ferry tickets online with Direct Ferries using our Deal Finder. Just enter your departure and arrival ports and the date you’d like to travel to see all available options and prices. You’ll also be able to view alternative routes and times, so you can find the best deal to suit you.

Look out for early booking discounts or special ticket options such as upgrades or flexi-tickets that allow you to change or cancel your booking. To make your sailing as smooth as possible, make sure you enter all the required information correctly, such as number of passengers and vehicle specifications.

Collecting your ferry tickets from Porto Heli port

Once you’ve finalised your booking, you’ll receive a confirmation email. It depends on the ferry operator you book with as to how your boarding pass is issued and collected.

Whilst some ferry operators issue the boarding pass as soon as your booking is confirmed, others may ask you to check in at the port. There’s also the option for online check-in, which can be easily done via the Direct Ferries app, if available.

The ticket desks are usually located near the ferry terminals. To avoid any delays at the port, we’d recommend allowing some extra time to collect your tickets and to check-in.

During check-in, you must show your email confirmation, as well as an official photo ID, such as a passport or identity card. You might also be asked to provide documentation for your pet (vaccines, pet insurance etc.) or proof of residence, if you have booked your ticket with a resident discount.

Why are there no ferries available on the date I want to travel?

There could be various reasons why there are no departures from Porto Heli to Spetses for the date you’ve requested. For example, a temporary timetable change, limited availability or seasonal changes in the timetable.

We recommend checking for alternative dates. Our Deal Finder automatically compares the desired route with alternative routes and dates, offering up-to-date real time options, all in one place.

When is the best time to book a ferry to Spetses?

The best time to book ferries from Porto Heli to Spetses is usually as early as possible. By booking in advance, you’ll not only get your tickets at the best available prices, but you’ll also get a better choice of departure times and cabin/seating options.

We’d recommend making your booking at least a few weeks in advance to benefit from the best offers. Bear in mind that prices may vary depending on the season and availability.

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Porto Heli - Spetses Ferry Route Summary
OriginGreece
DestinationSaronic Islands
No. of Operators1
OperatorsBlue Star Ferries
Average Price£41
Average Daily Sailings1
Average Weekly Sailings5
Average Sailing Duration10 m
Fastest Sailing Duration10 m
First Ferry05:50
Last Ferry06:00
Distance1 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 October 2025.

Porto Heli to Spetses Ferry Most Popular Questions

Porto Heli Guide

The town of Porto Heli, sometimes called Portocheli or Porto Cheli, is located in the south eastern part of Argolis in Greece. The town lies on the bay of the Argolic Gulf, around 6 km to the south of Kranidi and 40 km to the south east of Nafplio. Located around 6 km off the coast of Porto Heli is the island of Spetses. Visitors to the island's port will see many fishing boats and yachts using the harbour, especially during the summer. The town's beaches are mainly small secluded coves although there are two organised beaches. The town is a popular destination for families and is frequently visited by Athenians, many of whom have holiday homes there. The location is convenient for road trips to Ancient Epidaurus, Poros, Ermioni, Mycenae and Nafplion.

The Argolic Gulf is a gulf of the Aegean Sea off the east coast of the Peloponnese, Greece. It is about 50 km long and 30 km wide with its main port, Nafplio, located at its north western end. At the entrance to the gulf is the island Spetses. This gulf and its islands are sometimes combined with the Saronic Gulf and Saronic Islands, with the result called the Argo-Saronic Gulf and the Argo-Saronic Islands.

There are ferry connections from Portocheli to the islands of Spetses, Hydra and Poros, and to Ermioni and Piraeus.


Spetses Guide

The Greek island of Spetses is part of the Saronic group of islands and is known for its long association with the navy and is famous for the part it played in the 1821 War of Independence. It was on the island that the revolution flag was hoisted in April 1821. The island has managed to retain a degree of its Greek charm and atmosphere visible to all are some lovely example of well preserved grand captain's mansions which bear testament to the island's past.

The island's harbour is at Dapia and is the tourist and commercial hub of the island and it is from here that lovely horse drawn carriage tours around the island can be taken which take in the many examples of mansions that line pretty narrow cobbled streets. September is perhaps the best time to visit the island when "Armata" takes place. This is a re-enactment of a naval battle that has taken place every year since 1931. A popular attraction on the island is the Church of Agios Nikolaos and was the former resting place of Paul Bonaparte, nephew of Napoleon Bonaparte, who came to Greece to fight to fight alongside the Greeks. It is reported that his body was kept in a barrel of rum for three years.

Porto Heli to Spetses
Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 20/10/2025 and 26/10/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Hellenic Seaways 05:50 06:00 10 minutes Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

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