Ferry from Spetses to Hydra

Spetses to Hydra is the busiest island-to-island link in the Saronic, twenty minutes on a direct fast sailing and up to an hour or so on those calling at Ermioni. Hellenic Seaways, Alpha Lines and Magic Sea Ferries all run it with the Aero highspeed catamarans. Foot passengers only, which matters not at all since neither island permits ordinary motor traffic.

Hydra bans vehicles outright, so mules, donkeys and water taxis meet the boats on the quay. The horseshoe harbour lined with cannons and stone mansions climbing the hillside is the island's one real settlement and its centrepiece. Galleries and the long artists' tradition give the town a feel distinct from anywhere else in the gulf.

Departures run many times a day at the height of summer, which makes an easy day trip in either direction. Current timings and fares are shown below, with fares starting around €18. The same boats carry on to Poros and Piraeus, so it is simple to keep going north.

Spetses to Hydra Ferry Fares

Weekly Spetses to Hydra Ferry Schedule

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Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Spetses to Hydra between 10 October 2026 and 23 October 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Spetses to Hydra ferry

• If you are joining a longer island-hopping route and not returning to the same base, travel with everything you need from the start – you cannot go back for forgotten items.
• The Ionian Sea (western Greece: Corfu, Kefalonia, Zakynthos) has a different weather pattern to the Aegean – it is wetter in autumn and winter but calmer in summer.
• On catamaran services, lower deck seats tend to be calmer in rough seas but can feel enclosed; upper deck seats offer more natural light and better views.
• 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.
• 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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