Ferry from Methana to Poros

Methana is the small volcanic peninsula that juts out from the Peloponnese into the Saronic Gulf, and its harbour sits right at the edge of the village, a short walk from the sulphur springs the place is known for. Poros lies just across the water, separated from the mainland at Galatas by a channel so narrow you can pick out faces on the quay before you've even tied up. The hop between the two is one of the shortest ferry crossings in the Saronic, tucked in close to the coast the whole way, so it stays calm even when the meltemi is stirring up the open gulf further out. It's the kind of link that locals use as routinely as a bus, and it works just as well if you're island-hopping and want to fold Methana into a Poros-based trip without doubling back through Piraeus.

Check the monthly table below for exactly which months currently have confirmed sailings -- during the height of summer you can often find more than one crossing a day, while in spring it settles back to about one a day and from October to March it runs on only a few days a month.

Methana to Poros Ferry Fares

Weekly Methana to Poros Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

Hiring a car

Do you need a car on Poros?

Not really. Poros is small, about 7 by 4 miles, and cars are banned from the tiny town centre in summer, so everyone parks near the port and walks. Scooters are cheap and cover the rest of the island easily, and small boats run constantly from the port to the beaches. Car hire does exist if you'd rather have four wheels; check current listings at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Methana to Poros between 16 October 2026 and 29 October 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Methana to Poros ferry

• Two-berth cabins with a porthole cost more but are worth the premium for overnight crossings – a few hours of genuine sleep transforms how you arrive.
• Smoking is permitted only in designated outdoor areas at the stern; the rules are enforced more strictly on newer vessels.
• In summer, the heat on quaysides can be intense, especially during midday departures – a hat and water are essential while waiting to board.
• Short-hop ferry schedules in the Cyclades are designed to connect with the larger line vessels; look for timed connections when planning your itinerary.
• In Poros, the clock tower rising above the harbour has been the island's landmark since 1927, and the seafront promenade lined with yachts, neoclassical buildings, and fish tavernas makes for a very pleasant stroll. The ruins of an ancient Temple of Poseidon lie inland, and just across the narrow strait on the Peloponnese shore is one of Greece's most celebrated lemon forests.

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