The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Hydra
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Ferries per day
4
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Hydra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Hydra will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Athens for Hydra on Sun, Mar 08, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 08 the direct ferries cover the 74 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Sun, Mar 08 the slowest ferries will take 2 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FLYINGCAT 3
MAGIC 3
AERO HIGHSPEED
AERO HIGHSPEED
MAGIC 3
AERO HIGHSPEED
AERO HIGHSPEED
FLYINGCAT 3Athens to Hydra Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sun |
Live departures
Athens to Hydra ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Hydra ferries for today, Saturday, March 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AERO HIGHSPEED | 4:30 PM Port of Piraeus | 1h50 | 6:20 PM Port of Hydra | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, March 8 | |||||
FLYINGCAT 3 | 8:00 AM Port of Piraeus | 2h20 | 10:20 AM Port of Hydra | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAGIC 3 | 8:00 AM Port of Piraeus | 1h10 | 9:10 AM Port of Hydra | 0 transfersDirect | |
AERO HIGHSPEED | 11:00 AM Port of Piraeus | 1h40 | 12:40 PM Port of Hydra | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Athens to Hydra by ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Hydra
Ferries from Athens to Hydra run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 8 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:20, the last at 21:30. The fastest ferry covers the 39 nautical miles (74 km) distance in 1h 10m. There are 46 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Hydra are available to foot passengers.



Distance 39 nautical miles (74 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Ferries per day 8 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 46 |
Fastest ferry 1h 10m |
First ferry 07:20 |
Last ferry 21:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest month Aug |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Busiest day Mon |
Least busy day Thu |
Best day to book ahead 77 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Alpha Lines, Magic Sea Ferries from Athens to HydraYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Hydra with Blue Star Ferries, Alpha Lines, Magic Sea Ferries for as low as $36 (€29). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Athens to Hydra
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Hydra by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hydra, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Athens to Hydra
- 06:00-22:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
- Free WiFi
- Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
- To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
- Rouan Thai (0.7km)
- Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
- Free
- Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station
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