Hydra – Athens (Piraeus)
Ferries to Athens
Hydra – Athens (Piraeus)
Ferries to Athens
The Hydra to Athens ferry route is provided by 3 operators and is available for booking all year round. The ferry crossing from Hydra to Athens takes approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes on ferries servicing this route. Hydra to Athens ferry duration can range between 1 hour and 10 minutes and 3 hours and 30 minutes depending on the operator that you decide to travel with.
There are around 50 weekly sailings from Hydra to Athens. Hellenic Seaways provide up to 5 sailings per day, Alpha Lines provide up to 13 weekly sailings and Anes Ferries provide 4 weekly sailings. Ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry leaves at approximately 07:20 and the last ferry leaves at approximately 21:30. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferry from Hydra to Athens is with Alpha Lines in 1 hour and 10 minutes.
The fastest ferries from Hydra to Athens (Piraeus) usually cost around $91.
You can book cabins on ferries that sail from Hydra to Athens with Hellenic Seaways.
Yes, pets are welcome on the ferry from Hydra to Athens with Hellenic Seaways. You can either stay on the outdoor deck or you can book a pet friendly cabin with enough space to accommodate 2 pets. Please also ensure that dogs are muzzled and remain on a leash when being escorted around the ship.
Those travelling with Anes Ferries and Hellenic Seaways are allowed to bring a maximum of 50 kilograms of luggage per passenger at no additional cost.
The price of a ferry from Hydra - Athens can vary between $76 and $691 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $126, prices can range from $126 and $691. All ferry prices can change from season to season.
Prices subject to change, pricing representative of searches over last 30 days. Please be aware that prices do not include booking fees.
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The best way to travel from Hydra to Athens is by ferry. With 7 sailings per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. However, there are alternative ferries if you require additional flexibility.
First class is available on ferries from Hydra to Athens (Piraeus) with Alpha Lines and Hellenic Seaways.
Yes, you can easily take a day trip from Hydra to Athens by ferry. The first ferry leaves at 07:20 every day and arrives in Athens at approximately 09:20. This will give you enough time to explore the capital and make it back for your return sailing.
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| Hydra - Athens (Piraeus) Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 3 | |
| Operators | Alpha Lines, Hellenic Seaways & Magic Sea Ferries | |
| Average Price | $90* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 3 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 20 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 1h 44m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 1h 25m | |
| First Ferry | 07:30 | |
| Last Ferry | 17:20 | |
| Distance | 34 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
Located in the Saronic group of islands in the Aegean Sea, between the Saronic Gulf and the Argolic Gulf, the Greek island of Hydra is separated from the Peloponnese by a narrow strip of water. The island's natural springs have given the island its name as Hydra is derived from the Greek word for water. The island's main town, Hydra Port, is home to the island's harbour which can be found nestled amongst a number of restaurants, markets, shops and galleries, all of which cater for visiting tourists.
The only method of transport available on the island are water taxis and donkeys as cars and motorcycles are forbidden. However, the populated parts of Hydra are relatively small and therefore most people seem happy to walk everywhere.
From the island's harbour there are daily catamaran and flying dolphin services to Piraeus, Athens. The crossing time is around 1 hour, or between 3 and 3 1/2 hours by conventional ferry. The island is also connected by ferry to the rest of the islands in the Saronic Gulf and also with Porto Cheli.
The most convenient way of travelling from Hydra to Athens is by ferry. There are regular ferry connections between Hydra and Athens throughout the year, with approximately 5 sailings departing from Piraeus each day. Choose from a range of high speed ferries and reach your destination in around 2 hours.
The Greek city and port of Piraeus is one of the largest ports in the whole of the Mediterranean, and the third largest in the world, and has become a major hub for the ferry network that spans the Aegean Sea. Piraeus is an important city in its own right despite the fact that it is frequently considered to be a suburb of Athens, the Greek capital, which is only a very short distance away. Despite its proximity to Athens, Piraeus' waterfront has its own distinct appearance and visitors will see that the most appealing parts of the city are located around its eastern quarter, alongside both Mikrolimano Harbour and Zea Marina.
As the port of Athens is so large, please keep in mind from which gate your ferry departs. There is a free shuttle bus service available every 20 minutes and transports passengers from E7 to gates E1, E2, E3. Passengers can easily reach Piraeus port from Athens city centre by taking Line 1 (Green Line) from Monastiraki station. This journey takes approximately 30 minutes and drops passengers between gates E5 and E6 at the terminal. Metro tickets are available for purchase at any metro station or transport ticket office. Please be mindful that the metro only operates between 06:30 to 23:30 on weekdays and finishes at 01:00 on weekends.
