Hydra – Athens (Piraeus)
Ferries to Athens
Hydra – Athens (Piraeus)
Ferries to Athens
There are usually 3 daily and 20 weekly sailings between Hydra and Athens (Piraeus). 3 operators sail this route
The earliest Hydra Athens (Piraeus) ferry sailings typically depart Hydra at around 07:30. The last ferry usually departs at 17:20.
Hydra Athens (Piraeus) Ferry sail durations on this ferry route can take around 1h 44m. The fastest sailings are approximately 1h 25m. Sailing times can vary, durations often differ between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There are an average of 3 daily sailings and up to 20 weekly ferry sailings from Hydra to Athens (Piraeus). These sailings are provided by Alpha Lines, Hellenic Seaways & Magic Sea Ferries. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
Hydra Athens (Piraeus) ferry prices typically range between 41.58 €* and 174.81 €*. The average price is typically 84.0 €*. The cheapest Hydra Athens (Piraeus) ferry prices start from 37.0 €*. The average price for a foot passenger is 84.0 €*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The distance between Hydra to Athens (Piraeus) is approximately 39.5 miles (63.5km) or 34.3 nautical miles.
No, ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel on sailings between Hydra and Athens (Piraeus)
Yes, foot passengers can travel with
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Hydra to Athens (Piraeus) with Hellenic Seaways. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.
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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 | 84 €* | |
| 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 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. A popular event in Piraeus is the Ecocinema International Film Festival which is held annually in late February and is where a number of films are screened at the Atticon Cinema and the Cineac Cinema, which are both located in the city's Town Hall Square.
Full of restaurants, bars and nightclubs, the waterfront district was greatly redeveloped in time for the Athens Olympics and as a result a new harbour front promenade was created that is lined with trees and passes the medieval city walls. The walls serve as a reminder and as an insight into the city's rich past.
