Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Porto Heli

Porto Heli sits at the far end of the Saronic catamaran run, about four hours from Piraeus on Hellenic Seaways' Aero 4 Highspeed. The boat works down through Poros, Hydra, Spetses and Ermioni before finishing here, so the journey doubles as a tour of the gulf. It is a foot-passenger service with indoor seating and no vehicle deck.

Porto Heli is an upmarket, yacht-oriented resort town on the Argolis coast, set around a well-sheltered natural bay facing Spetses. The bay itself, ringed by low hills and lined with waterfront tavernas and moored yachts, is the main thing to look at. It works as a destination in its own right and as a mainland gateway to Spetses and Hydra.

Sailings run most days through the season, with fares starting around €52. The current timetable and prices are listed in the table below. Short local boats cross to Spetses in minutes, and the road north links you to Nafplio and the archaeological sites of the Argolid.

Piraeus to Porto Heli Ferry Fares

Weekly Piraeus to Porto Heli 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

Can you rent a car in Piraeus?

Yes, several agencies meet passengers directly at the ferry gates (E1 to E12), so there is no need to arrange transport into central Athens first. It suits travellers continuing on to the mainland rather than islanders, since central Athens is only 20 minutes away and has good metro and bus links. Compare local suppliers at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Piraeus to Porto Heli between 10 October 2026 and 23 October 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Piraeus to Porto Heli ferry

• Piraeus port is large, with departure gates E1 to E10 spread along the waterfront – allow extra time to find yours, as it can be a 15–20 minute walk from the metro station, and check the gate number printed on your ticket.
• Ferries to the Saronic islands – Aegina, Hydra and the nearby islands – depart from Gate E8, while Cyclades sailings (Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, Naxos) leave from gates in the E6–E10 range, so double-check your specific gate on arrival.
• Take Metro Line 1 or Line 3 to Piraeus station, then use the free shuttle bus that circulates around the port roughly every 10–15 minutes, linking the metro to all gates – useful if your ferry departs from a distant terminal such as E2 or E3.
• There is no parking inside the port itself, so if you are driving, use one of the private car parks nearby rather than looking for a space at the gate; ticket booths at each gate can print e-tickets if you have not already.
• Sunglasses are essential on open deck in the Aegean – the reflected glare off the water is very intense, especially in the middle of the day.

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