Spetses - Hydra
Ferries to Saronic Islands
Spetses - Hydra
Ferries to Saronic Islands
The Spetses to Hydra ferry route is provided by 3 ferry companies. The ferry crossing from Spetses to Hydra is approximately 30 minutes on most ferries servicing this route. Ferries between Spetses to Hydra cost around $30 and $130, 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 Spetses to Hydra.
Spetses Hydra ferry sailings typycally depart from Spetses at around 06:10. The last ferry leaves at 20:45.
The Spetses Hydra ferry trip can take around 30 minutes. The fastest Spetses to Hydra ferry is around 30 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.
There are around 56 weekly sailings from Spetses to Hydra serviced by Blue Star Ferries, Alpha Lines & Magic Sea Ferries. Timetables can vary by season and operator.
Spetses Hydra ferry prices typically range between $30* and $130*. The average price is typically $60*. The cheapest ferries from Spetses to Hydra start from $30*. The average price for a foot passenger is $60*.
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 Spetses to Hydra is approximately 22 miles (36km) or 19 nautical miles.
Yes, Blue Star Ferries & Magic Sea Ferries allow cars on board ferries between Spetses and Hydra. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Spetses and Hydra.
Foot passengers can travel on the Spetses to Hydra ferry with Blue Star Ferries, Alpha Lines & Magic Sea Ferries.
Pets can travel on ferries from Spetses to Hydra with Blue Star Ferries. Pets may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey depending on the operators guidelines.
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| Spetses - Hydra Ferry Route Prices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Foot Passenger | $60 | |
| Average Cabin Price | $81 | |
| Spetses - Hydra Ferry Route Summary | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Saronic Islands |
| Destination | Saronic Islands |
| No. of Operators | 3 |
| Operators | Blue Star Ferries, Alpha Lines & Magic Sea Ferries |
| Average Price | $60 |
| Average Pet Price | $146 |
| Average Daily Sailings | 8 |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 56 |
| Average Sailing Duration | 30 m |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 30 m |
| First Ferry | 06:10 |
| Last Ferry | 20:45 |
| Distance | 19 Nautical Miles |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2026.
The Greek island of Spetses is one of the Saronic group of islands. Its ancient name was Pityonissos and Pityousa from the ancient Greek word for tree, "Pitys". The Venetians brought the name Spetses with them as they used to call the island "Isola di Spezzie" which means the island of aromas (spices). The largest town on the island is also called Spetses and is quite unusual in that private vehicles are not allowed within the town's boundary. As a result, people who live there or visit, have no choice but to walk or take a horse-drawn carriage. Motorcycles and bicycles are permitted.
The closest beaches to the town are Agios Mamas, in the centre of the town, and Kaiki beach which is around 1 km to the north west and Agia Marina which is 2 km to the south. For beaches further from the town, such as Zogeria, Agioi Anargiroi and Agia Paraskevi, there are public buses that can be taken.
In the Medieval times, the island flourished with trade and the locals constructed elegant mansions that survive to this day. Spetses is also a popular weekend destination due to its proximity to Athens.
Hydra is a Greek island that lies in the Saronic Gulf and is a popular destination for visiting Athenians for the weekend due to its proximity to the Greek capital. The island's main town, also called Hydra, is built on the slopes of a hill around the port and is an impressive site. Quite unique to Hydra is that all cars and other motor vehicles are prohibited throughout the island and therefore all journeys must be made on foot, by boat or by donkey. The island's beaches, which a very popular with visitors, are mainly small coves and have crystal clear waters and tend to be surrounded by green vegetation. Perhaps the best and prettiest beaches on the island are Agios Nikolaos, Bitsi, Vlichos and Kaminia.
ferry services using the island's port depart to Piraeus with a journey time of 1 hour by high speed ferry and 3 to 3 hours and 3 minutes by conventional ferry. Hydra is also connected to the other islands in the Saronic Gulf and also with Porto Cheli.
