Ferry from Poros to Hydra

Poros to Hydra takes twenty-five to forty minutes, run by Hellenic Seaways with the Aero highspeed catamarans and by Magic Sea Ferries with the Magic 3. It is a short, sheltered run down the coast, close enough in that you keep the Peloponnese shore in view most of the way. Foot passengers only on the fast craft, which is no hardship given Hydra takes no cars anyway.

Hydra has banned motor vehicles outright, so arrivals are met by mules, donkeys and water taxis on the dock. The horseshoe harbour, ringed with cannons and stone mansions rising up the hillside, is the island's centrepiece and effectively its only settlement. Galleries and the long artists' tradition give the town a distinct feel, and it has been a day-trip and celebrity retreat for decades.

Departures run several times a day through the season, which makes a day trip in either direction realistic. Check the current timetable and fares below. The same boats continue to Ermioni and Spetses, so Hydra sits comfortably in the middle of a longer hop down the gulf.

Weekly Poros to Hydra Ferry Schedule

What each ferry company has published for the four weeks from 13 November 2026 to 10 December 2026: the days it sails and its departure times from Poros.

Poros to Hydra Ferry Fares

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 Poros to Hydra between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Poros to Hydra ferry

• A wide-brimmed hat provides better sun protection than a baseball cap on the open deck of a moving ferry, where the sun comes from multiple angles.
• If you want to avoid the worst of the meltemi, book morning departures from exposed Aegean ports in July and August – conditions are typically calmer before midday.
• Washing clothes at island laundries (found on almost every inhabited island) means you can travel with less; a 3–4 day supply of clothing is usually enough.
• Once you arrive in Hydra, you'll find a car-free island with a picturesque stone-built harbour that has changed little in centuries. The island is best explored on foot or by donkey, with its neoclassical mansions, monasteries, and rocky swimming spots providing plenty to discover.

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