Hydra – Spetses
Ferries to Saronic Islands
Hydra – Spetses
Ferries to Saronic Islands
The Hydra to Spetses ferry route is provided by 2 operators and is available for booking all year round. The ferry crossing from Hydra to Spetses takes approximately 38 minutes on ferries servicing this route. Hydra to Spetses ferry duration can range between 30 minutes and 1 hour depending on the operator that you decide to travel with.
There are 31 weekly sailings from Hydra to Spetses. Alpha Lines provide up to 13 weekly sailings and Hellenic Seaways provide up to 5 sailings per day. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry leaves Hydra Port at approximately 10:15 and the last ferry leaves at approximately 21:40. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferry from Hydra to Spetses is with Alpha Lines and Hellenic Seaways in 30 minutes.
The fastest ferries from Hydra to Spetses usually costs around $58.
There are currently no overnight ferries from Hydra to Spetses.
You can book cabins on ferries that sail from Hydra to Spetses with Hellenic Seaways.
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Hydra to Spetses with Hellenic Seaways. Please ensure that your dog remains on a leash throughout the duration of the journey. While smaller animals like cats must be transported in a carrier.
The price of a ferry from Hydra to Spetses can vary between $17.30 and $76.50 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $55.50, prices can range from $17.30 and $76.50. 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.
Find cheap ferry tickets using our deal finder. It is highly recommended that you book in advance to ensure yourself the best possible prices and availability on the Spetses ferry.
The best way to travel from Hydra to Spetses is by ferry. With 4 sailings per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. However, there are alternative routes to explore if you require additional flexibility.
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| Hydra - Spetses Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Alpha Lines & Hellenic Seaways | |
| Average Price | $43* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 2 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 13 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 53m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 35m | |
| First Ferry | 11:10 | |
| Last Ferry | 19:00 | |
| Distance | 19 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 Greek island of Spetses is part of the Saronic group of islands and is known for its long association with the navy and is famous for the part it played in the 1821 War of Independence. It was on the island that the revolution flag was hoisted in April 1821. The island has managed to retain a degree of its Greek charm and atmosphere visible to all are some lovely example of well preserved grand captain's mansions which bear testament to the island's past.
The island's harbour is at Dapia and is the tourist and commercial hub of the island and it is from here that lovely horse drawn carriage tours around the island can be taken which take in the many examples of mansions that line pretty narrow cobbled streets. September is perhaps the best time to visit the island when "Armata" takes place. This is a re-enactment of a naval battle that has taken place every year since 1931. A popular attraction on the island is the Church of Agios Nikolaos and was the former resting place of Paul Bonaparte, nephew of Napoleon Bonaparte, who came to Greece to fight to fight alongside the Greeks. It is reported that his body was kept in a barrel of rum for three years.
