Ferry from Hydra to Methana
35m to 45m · from €26.00 · 1 operator
Hydra to Methana at a glance
Ferries from Hydra to Methana are scheduled 12 times over the next 14 days, roughly 6 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 16:05 and the latest is 17:00. The crossing takes between 35m and 45m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Magic Sea Ferries. Published fares start from €26.00. There are sailings on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 27 September 2026.
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| Standard ticket | €26.00 | Book now |
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Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 27 September 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Hydra to Methana Route Map
Hydra to Methana takes thirty-five to forty-five minutes on the Magic 3, run by Magic Sea Ferries. It is a small fast catamaran on a sheltered run up the channel between the Saronic islands and the Peloponnese, so the crossing is usually smooth. Foot passengers only, which is no constraint leaving Hydra since the island takes no vehicles.
Methana is a volcanic peninsula joined to the Peloponnese, though its ferry links keep it firmly in the Saronic network. It is a quiet spa town set on old crater ground, with thermal and mud baths and walking routes over the volcanic landscape. Far fewer visitors get here than to Hydra or Poros, and the pace shows it.
Sailings run roughly daily in the season and much less often outside it. Current departures and fares are listed below, with fares starting in the mid twenties in euro. If nothing fits, Poros is the practical alternative, a short hop from Hydra with frequent onward crossings to Methana across the strait.
Hydra to Methana Ferry Fares
Tickets from €26.00.
Weekly Hydra to Methana Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magic Sea Ferries | Magic 3 high-speed | 16:05 | 16:50 | 45m | now to 2026-09-26 | Book the Magic 3 sailing | ||
| Magic Sea Ferries | Magic 3 high-speed | 16:45 | 17:30 | 45m | now to 2026-09-24 | Book the Magic 3 sailing | ||
| Magic Sea Ferries | Magic 3 high-speed | 17:00 | 17:35 | 35m | now to 2026-09-27 | Book the Magic 3 sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Hydra to Methana between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 16:45 | 17:30 | 45m | Magic 3 | Magic Sea Ferries |
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 16:45 | 17:30 | 45m | Magic 3 | Magic Sea Ferries |
| Wed 2026-08-26 | 16:45 | 17:30 | 45m | Magic 3 | Magic Sea Ferries |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 16:45 | 17:30 | 45m | Magic 3 | Magic Sea Ferries |
| Sat 2026-08-29 | 16:05 | 16:50 | 45m | Magic 3 | Magic Sea Ferries |
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 17:00 | 17:35 | 35m | Magic 3 | Magic Sea Ferries |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 16:45 | 17:30 | 45m | Magic 3 | Magic Sea Ferries |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 16:45 | 17:30 | 45m | Magic 3 | Magic Sea Ferries |
| Wed 2026-09-02 | 16:45 | 17:30 | 45m | Magic 3 | Magic Sea Ferries |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 16:45 | 17:30 | 45m | Magic 3 | Magic Sea Ferries |
| Sat 2026-09-05 | 16:05 | 16:50 | 45m | Magic 3 | Magic Sea Ferries |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 17:00 | 17:35 | 35m | Magic 3 | Magic Sea Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Hydra to Methana?
Ferries from Hydra to Methana are scheduled 12 times over the next 14 days, roughly 6 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 27 September 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Hydra to Methana today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Hydra to Methana today. Departure time: 16:45.
How many ferries run from Hydra to Methana this week?
6 sailings from Hydra to Methana are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Hydra to Methana?
Scheduled departures from Hydra to Methana leave at 16:05, 16:45 and 17:00.
How long is the ferry from Hydra to Methana?
The fastest crossing from Hydra to Methana takes 35m and the slowest 45m.
How much does the Hydra to Methana ferry cost?
Published fares for the Hydra to Methana ferry start from €26.00. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Hydra to Methana route?
The Hydra to Methana route is served by Magic Sea Ferries. Crossings run on high-speed vessels.
Tips for the Hydra to Methana ferry
- On routes operated by a single company, focus on choosing the right class of service rather than comparing operators.
- On a rough crossing, the best strategy is to fix your gaze on the horizon, breathe slowly, and avoid reading or looking at screens.
- If you are island-hopping with heavy luggage, consider leaving the bulk of it in a locker or at your hotel on the main island and taking only a day bag on short hops.
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