Ferry from Porto Heli to Hydra
1h 20m · from €25.50 · 1 operator
Porto Heli to Hydra at a glance
Ferries from Porto Heli to Hydra are scheduled 12 times over the next 14 days, about one a day. Departures in that window are at 06:00. The crossing takes 1h 20m. The route is served by 1 operator: Hellenic Seaways. Published fares start from €25.50 on a high-speed vessel. There are sailings on all seven days during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 26 September 2027.
Tickets from
| High-speed vessel | €25.50 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| ATS1 Seat | €25.50 | Book now |
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 26 September 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Porto Heli to Hydra through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in September (about 2 a day).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
Tap a month to see how it ran
Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | 22 | 22 of 30 | most days |
| December 2025 | 29 | 29 of 31 | about one a day |
| January 2026 | 17 | 17 of 31 | every other day |
| February 2026 | 19 | 19 of 28 | most days |
| March 2026 | 28 | 28 of 31 | about one a day |
| April 2026 | 32 | 28 of 30 | about one a day |
| May 2026 | 29 | 29 of 31 | about one a day |
| June 2026 | 43 | 30 of 30 | about one a day |
| July 2026 | 49 | 31 of 31 | 1 or 2 a day |
| August 2026 | 48 | 31 of 31 | 1 or 2 a day |
| September 2026 | 55 | 30 of 30 | about 2 a day |
| October 2026 | 28 | 28 of 29 | about one a day |
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Blue Star Ferries (Flyingcat 4)
Hellenic Seaways (Aero 4 Highspeed)
July 2026 · this month, a year ago
Magic Sea Ferries (Magic 3)
August 2026 · this month, a year ago
Magic Sea Ferries (Magic 3)
September 2026 · this month, a year ago
Magic Sea Ferries (Magic 3)
October 2026 · this month, a year ago
These are the sailings we recorded on this route from November 2025 to October 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Porto Heli to Hydra Route Map
Porto Heli to Hydra takes about an hour and a half on the Aero 4 highspeed catamaran with Hellenic Seaways. The time reflects the calls at Spetses and Ermioni that come between the two rather than any great distance. It is a foot-passenger service running along the sheltered Argolid coast, and a pleasant way to see the shoreline.
Hydra allows no motor vehicles at all, so you arrive at a dock worked by mules, donkeys and water taxis. The horseshoe harbour with its cannons and stone mansions rising behind is the town, and effectively the whole island as far as most visitors are concerned. Galleries and a long association with artists give it a character quite unlike its neighbours.
The route runs roughly daily in the summer season and rarely outside it. Live departures and fares are in the table below, with prices starting around €25.50. If the timing does not suit, Metochi near Ermioni offers a very short and very frequent crossing to Hydra, reachable by road from Porto Heli.
Weekly Porto Heli 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 Porto Heli.
Hellenic Seaways
Book Hellenic Seaways tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 06:00 |
Different on these dates:
- Fri 13 November: no sailings.
- Sat 14 November: no sailings.
Magic Sea Ferries
Book Magic Sea Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 14:20 | |
| 14:55 |
First sailing in this period: Tue 1 December.
Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 15 November 2026 to 26 September 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails every day from 15 November, 1 sailing a day. Departs 06:00. Fastest crossing 1h 20m. High-speed: Hellenic Seaways.
- December 2026: sails every day, 2 sailings a day. Earliest departure 06:00, latest 14:55. Fastest crossing 55m. High-speed: Hellenic Seaways and Magic Sea Ferries.
- January 2027: sails every day, 2 sailings a day. Earliest departure 06:00, latest 14:55. Fastest crossing 55m. High-speed: Hellenic Seaways and Magic Sea Ferries.
- February 2027: sails every day, 1 to 2 sailings a day. Earliest departure 06:00, latest 14:55. Fastest crossing 55m. High-speed: Hellenic Seaways and Magic Sea Ferries.
- March 2027: sails every day, 1 sailing a day. Departs 06:00. Fastest crossing 1h 20m. High-speed: Hellenic Seaways.
- April 2027: sails every day, 1 to 3 sailings a day. Earliest departure 06:00, latest 12:25. Fastest crossing 50m. High-speed: Hellenic Seaways and Magic Sea Ferries.
- May 2027: sails every day, 1 to 3 sailings a day. Earliest departure 06:00, latest 17:15. Fastest crossing 50m. High-speed: Hellenic Seaways and Magic Sea Ferries.
- June 2027: sails every day, 1 to 2 sailings a day. Earliest departure 06:00, latest 18:15. Fastest crossing 55m. High-speed: Hellenic Seaways and Magic Sea Ferries.
- July 2027: sails every day, 2 sailings a day. Earliest departure 06:00, latest 18:15. Fastest crossing 55m. High-speed: Hellenic Seaways and Magic Sea Ferries.
- August 2027: sails every day, 2 sailings a day. Earliest departure 06:00, latest 18:15. Fastest crossing 55m. High-speed: Hellenic Seaways and Magic Sea Ferries.
- September 2027: sails every day to 26 September, 1 to 2 sailings a day. Earliest departure 06:00, latest 18:15. Fastest crossing 55m. High-speed: Hellenic Seaways and Magic Sea Ferries.
Porto Heli to Hydra Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €25.50 on a high-speed vessel. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel | €25.50 | Hellenic Seaways | Aero Highspeed |
Ticket classes by operator
Prices for a single adult or vehicle, one way: the cheapest fare on sale for each ticket type, from the operators’ booking systems or published price lists. Fares change, so check the price when you book.
Hellenic Seaways
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| ATS1 Seat | passenger | €25.50 |
| ATS3 Seat | passenger | €25.50 |
| ATS4 Seat | passenger | €25.50 |
Other companies quoting this crossing
These companies publish a tariff for the crossing but have no departure in the timetable below, which is why they are not among the operators counted for this route. Their figures are a guide to what they charge when they do sail it.
Magic Sea Ferries
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Numbered Seat | passenger | €34.00 |
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Porto Heli to Hydra between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 15 November | 06:00 | 07:20 | 1h 20m | Aero Highspeed | Hellenic Seaways |
| Mon 16 November | 06:00 | 07:20 | 1h 20m | Aero Highspeed | Hellenic Seaways |
| Tue 17 November | 06:00 | 07:20 | 1h 20m | Aero Highspeed | Hellenic Seaways |
| Wed 18 November | 06:00 | 07:20 | 1h 20m | Aero Highspeed | Hellenic Seaways |
| Thu 19 November | 06:00 | 07:20 | 1h 20m | Aero Highspeed | Hellenic Seaways |
| Fri 20 November | 06:00 | 07:20 | 1h 20m | Aero Highspeed | Hellenic Seaways |
| Sat 21 November | 06:00 | 07:20 | 1h 20m | Aero Highspeed | Hellenic Seaways |
| Sun 22 November | 06:00 | 07:20 | 1h 20m | Aero Highspeed | Hellenic Seaways |
| Mon 23 November | 06:00 | 07:20 | 1h 20m | Aero Highspeed | Hellenic Seaways |
| Tue 24 November | 06:00 | 07:20 | 1h 20m | Aero Highspeed | Hellenic Seaways |
| Wed 25 November | 06:00 | 07:20 | 1h 20m | Aero Highspeed | Hellenic Seaways |
| Thu 26 November | 06:00 | 07:20 | 1h 20m | Aero Highspeed | Hellenic Seaways |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Porto Heli to Hydra?
Ferries from Porto Heli to Hydra are scheduled 12 times over the next 14 days, about one a day. In that fortnight there are departures on all seven days. Sailings are published in every month of the year.
Are there ferries from Porto Heli to Hydra today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Porto Heli to Hydra today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 15 November 2026, at 06:00. Departures fall on all seven days.
How many ferries run from Porto Heli to Hydra this week?
5 sailings from Porto Heli to Hydra are scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Porto Heli to Hydra?
Ferries from Porto Heli to Hydra leave at 06:00.
How long is the ferry from Porto Heli to Hydra?
The crossing from Porto Heli to Hydra takes 1h 20m.
How much does the Porto Heli to Hydra ferry cost?
Published fares for the Porto Heli to Hydra ferry start from €25.50 on a high-speed vessel. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Porto Heli to Hydra route?
The Porto Heli to Hydra route is served by Hellenic Seaways. Crossings run on high-speed vessels.
Tips for the Porto Heli to Hydra ferry
- When boarding is announced, move promptly – gangways can be crowded and ferries do occasionally depart a minute or two early once all vehicles are loaded.
- Snacks in your bag reduce dependency on the onboard cafeteria and save money – nuts, crackers, fruit, and chocolate travel well.
- 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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