Porto Heli – Spetses
Ferries to Saronic Islands
Porto Heli – Spetses
Ferries to Saronic Islands
The Porto Heli to Spetses ferry route is provided by 1 operator and is available for booking all year round. The ferry crossing from Porto Heli to Spetses takes approximately 10 minutes on ferries servicing this route. Porto Heli to Spetses ferry duration can range between 10 minutes and 15 minutes depending on the operator that you decide to travel with and weather conditions.
There are around 14 weekly sailings from Porto Heli to Spetses. Hellenic Seaways provide up to 14 sailings per week. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry leaves at approximately 05:50 and the last ferry leaves at approximately 20:20. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferry from Porto Heli to Spetses is with Hellenic Seaways in 10 minutes.
The fastest ferries from Porto Heli to Spetses usually cost around $44.
You can book cabins on ferries that sail from Porto Heli to Spetses with Hellenic Seaways.
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Porto Heli to Spetses with Hellenic Seaways. Their ships are equipped with PET Cabins which can accommodate up to 2 animals. Please ensure that you have your pet's health certificate at hand and that your pet has been fully vaccinated.
Those travelling with Hellenic Seaways can take a maximum of 50 kilograms of luggage per passenger. However, your luggage will be stored away in a specific area of the ship so you won't be able to access it during your journey.
The price of a ferry from Porto Heli to Spetses can vary between $18 and $38 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $37, prices can range from $18 and $38. 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 Porto Heli to Spetses is by ferry. With 2 sailings per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. However, there are alternative ferries to Saronic Islands if you require additional flexibility.
Passengers can travel in first class on ferries sailing from Porto Heli to Spetses with Hellenic Seaways.
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| Porto Heli - Spetses Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Hellenic Seaways | |
| Average Price | $31* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 7 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 10m | |
| First Ferry | 06:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 15:00 | |
| Distance | 1 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
The town of Porto Heli, sometimes called Portocheli or Porto Cheli, is located in the south eastern part of Argolis in Greece. The town lies on the bay of the Argolic Gulf, around 6 km to the south of Kranidi and 40 km to the south east of Nafplio. Located around 6 km off the coast of Porto Heli is the island of Spetses. Visitors to the island's port will see many fishing boats and yachts using the harbour, especially during the summer. The town's beaches are mainly small secluded coves although there are two organised beaches. The town is a popular destination for families and is frequently visited by Athenians, many of whom have holiday homes there. The location is convenient for road trips to Ancient Epidaurus, Poros, Ermioni, Mycenae and Nafplion.
The Argolic Gulf is a gulf of the Aegean Sea off the east coast of the Peloponnese, Greece. It is about 50 km long and 30 km wide with its main port, Nafplio, located at its north western end. At the entrance to the gulf is the island Spetses. This gulf and its islands are sometimes combined with the Saronic Gulf and Saronic Islands, with the result called the Argo-Saronic Gulf and the Argo-Saronic Islands.
There are ferry connections from Portocheli to the islands of Spetses, Hydra and Poros, and to Ermioni and Piraeus.
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.
