Ferry from Spetses to Poros

Spetses and Poros sit at opposite ends of the same stretch of the Saronic Gulf, and the crossing between them is one of the shorter island-to-island hops you'll find in Greece. Spetses itself is largely car-free, its harbour lined with neoclassical mansions and horse-drawn carriages rather than traffic; Poros, tucked in against the Peloponnesian coast behind a narrow strait, has a pine-covered hillside town that rises steeply from the water. Neither port is a major terminal, so boarding tends to be straightforward and unhurried compared with the bigger island gateways further out in the Aegean. Check the schedule box above for the current confirmed sailing dates, since operators file each season's timetable in stages rather than all at once.

Expect the timetable to thin out well before and after the height of summer, when the route runs at its fullest -- several sailings a day at that point, dropping back to a single daily crossing once the season quietens. The companies on this stretch use fast catamaran-type vessels, which is part of why the quoted journey times vary as much as they do; a direct sailing is close to the shorter end, while a boat that calls at other Saronic ports on the way will take nearer the two-hour mark.

Spetses to Poros Ferry Fares

Weekly Spetses 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 Spetses to Poros between 16 October 2026 and 29 October 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Spetses to Poros ferry

• Flying Dolphin and small hydrofoil services on short Saronic routes are faster but more expensive; useful if you want to maximise time on the island.
• Children tend to find ferry journeys exciting rather than tedious; give them a small bag of activities or let them explore the accessible deck areas safely.
• Short crossings in summer are often operated by smaller local ferries or water taxis in addition to the main line vessels; ask at the port for all options.
• On some very short crossings, tickets are sold on board rather than at a booth; board first and pay the crew.
• 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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