The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Hydra
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Ferries per day
3
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 $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Athens for Hydra on Tue, Jan 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 20 the direct ferries cover the 74 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Tue, Jan 20 the slowest ferries will take 1 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.






Athens to Hydra Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 2h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat |
Live departures
Athens to Hydra ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Hydra ferries for today, Monday, January 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AERO 2 HIGHSPEED | 3:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 1h40 | 4:40 PM Port of Hydra | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, January 20 | |||||
![]() | 6:10 AM Athens | 1h20 | 7:30 AM Hydra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Athens | 1h10 | 7:40 AM Hydra | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Hydra
Ferries from Athens to Hydra run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) if you book in advance.
There are 7 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 44 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Hydra are available to foot passengers.



Distance 39 nautical miles (74 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Ferries per day 7 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 44 |
Fastest ferry 1h 10m |
First ferry 07:20 |
Last ferry 21:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Athens to Hydra start from as low as $35 (€28) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $38 (€31) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 7 daily trains from Athens to Hydra with 7 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 1h 10m but the average duration is 1h 33m
Train Operators
- Travel from Athens to Hydra with Blue Star Ferries, Alpha Lines, and Magic Sea Ferries
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Blue Star Ferries.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Port of Piraeus and arrive in Port of Hydra
- First train typically departs at 07:20 AM and the last at 09:30 PM
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 $35 (€28). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Magic Sea Ferries
Alpha Lines
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.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Piraeus, which is located around 7.8 miles (12.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Hydra, located 0 miles (0 m) away from the city centre.
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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