Hydra – Athens (Piraeus)
Ferries to Athens
Hydra – Athens (Piraeus)
Ferries to Athens
The Hydra to Athens ferry is available with 3 operators and runs all year round. The ferry route from Hydra to Athens takes around 1 hour and 40 minutes on most ferries operating this crossing. The duration for the Hydra to Athens ferry can vary between 1 hour 10 minutes and 3 hours 30 minutes depending on the operator that you choose to book with.
There are 52 weekly sailings from Hydra to Athens. Alpha Lines offer up to 13 sailings per week, Hellenic Seaways offer up to 5 sailings per day and Anes Ferries offer 4 sailings per week. Please keep in mind that the number of sailings usually increase during the high season.
The earliest ferry departs at around 07:20 and the final ferry departs at around 21:30. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
Alpha Lines provide the fastest ferry from Hydra to Athens in 1 hour and 10 minutes.
A fast ferry from Hydra to Athens (Piraeus) costs approximately $91.
Yes, you can book cabins on ferries that travel from Hydra to Athens.
Yes, pets are welcome on the ferry from Hydra to Athens with Hellenic Seaways. You can either stay on the outdoor deck or you can book a pet friendly cabin with enough space to accommodate 2 pets. Please also ensure that dogs are muzzled and remain on a leash when being escorted around the ship.
Passengers sailing with Anes Ferries and Hellenic Seaways are allowed to bring up to 50 kilograms of luggage per person at no additional cost.
The price of a ferry from Hydra - Athens can vary between $76 and $691 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $348, prices can range from $174 and $691. 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.
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The best way to travel from Hydra to Athens is by ferry. With 4 sailings per day, you are guaranteed to find the perfect ferry crossing to fit your travel plans. However, there is an alternative ferry to Athens if you require additional flexibility.
There is first class available on the ferry from Hydra to Athens with Alpha Lines and Hellenic Seaways.
You can take a day trip from Hydra to Athens by ferry. The earliest departure leaves every day at 07:20 and arrives in Athens at around 09:20. This will give you enough time to explore the capital and make it back for the return sailing.
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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 | A$135* | |
| 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.
