Hydra - Athens (Piraeus)
Ferries to Athens
Hydra - Athens (Piraeus)
Ferries to Athens
The Hydra to Athens (Piraeus) ferry route is provided by 3 ferry companies. The ferry crossing from Hydra to Athens (Piraeus) is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes on most ferries servicing this route. Ferries between Hydra to Athens (Piraeus) cost around $64 and $374, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Hydra to Athens (Piraeus).
Hydra Athens (Piraeus) ferry sailings typycally depart from Hydra at around 07:30. The last ferry leaves at 21:30.
The Hydra Athens (Piraeus) ferry trip can take around 1 hour 30 minutes. The fastest Hydra to Athens (Piraeus) ferry is around 1 hour 5 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.
There are around 66 weekly sailings from Hydra to Athens (Piraeus) serviced by Blue Star Ferries, Alpha Lines & Magic Sea Ferries. Timetables can vary by season and operator.
Hydra Athens (Piraeus) ferry prices typically range between $64* and $374*. The average price is typically $135*. The cheapest ferries from Hydra to Athens (Piraeus) start from $64*. The average price for a foot passenger is $135*.
Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 26.
The distance between Hydra to Athens (Piraeus) is approximately 40 miles (64km) or 34 nautical miles.
Yes, Blue Star Ferries & Magic Sea Ferries allow cars on board ferries between Hydra and Athens (Piraeus). Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Hydra and Athens (Piraeus).
Foot passengers can travel on the Hydra to Athens (Piraeus) ferry with Blue Star Ferries, Alpha Lines & Magic Sea Ferries.
Pets can travel on ferries from Hydra to Athens (Piraeus) with Blue Star Ferries. Pets may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey depending on the operators guidelines.
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| Hydra - Athens (Piraeus) Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Saronic Islands | |
| Destination Country | Athens | |
| No. of Operators | 3 | |
| Operators | Blue Star Ferries, Alpha Lines & Magic Sea Ferries | |
| Average Price | $135 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 10 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 66 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 1 h 30 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 1 h 5 m | |
| First Ferry | 07:30 | |
| Last Ferry | 21:30 | |
| Distance | 34 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2026.
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.
