- Must visit
Acropolis Museum
Athens’ premier archaeological museum, displaying finds from the Acropolis in a striking modern building. Essential for understanding the Parthenon and classical Athens.
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Ferries per day
13
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Hydra to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hydra to Athens will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 13 ferries that leave Hydra for Athens on Sat, Jun 06, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 06 the direct ferries cover the 74 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Sat, Jun 06 the slowest ferries will take 1 h 15 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.
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AERO HIGHSPEED
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MAGIC 2| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Alpha Lines | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator Alpha Lines | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun |
Operator Alpha Lines | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 2h20 | Sailing Days Tue, Fri |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Alpha Lines | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Alpha Lines | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Alpha Lines | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat |
The table below shows live departures for Hydra to Athens ferries for today, Friday, June 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAGIC 2 | 7:35 PM Port of Hydra | 1h10 | 8:45 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPEED CAT I | 7:50 PM Port of Hydra | 1h10 | 9:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 6 | |||||
MAGIC 3 | 10:50 AM Port of Hydra | 1h05 | 11:55 AM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
AERO HIGHSPEED | 11:30 AM Port of Hydra | 1h30 | 1:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAGIC 2 | 1:00 PM Port of Hydra | 1h10 | 2:10 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPEED CAT I | 1:15 PM Port of Hydra | 1h10 | 2:25 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
FLYINGCAT 3 | 1:40 PM Port of Hydra | 1h30 | 3:10 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
FLYINGCAT 4 | 1:40 PM Port of Hydra | 1h30 | 3:10 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAGIC 3 | 4:05 PM Port of Hydra | 1h40 | 5:45 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
AERO HIGHSPEED | 4:20 PM Port of Hydra | 1h30 | 5:50 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
AERO HIGHSPEED | 4:55 PM Port of Hydra | 1h35 | 6:30 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAGIC 2 | 5:45 PM Port of Hydra | 1h15 | 7:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Ferries from Hydra to Athens run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) if you book in advance.
There are 8 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:30, the last at 21:30. The fastest ferry covers the 39 nautical miles (74 km) distance in 1h 10m. There are 43 sailings per week. Ferries from Hydra to Athens are available to foot passengers.



Distance 39 nautical miles (74 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Ferries per day 8 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 43 |
Fastest ferry 1h 10m |
First ferry 7:30 AM |
Last ferry 9:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 84 days |
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Athens’ premier archaeological museum, displaying finds from the Acropolis in a striking modern building. Essential for understanding the Parthenon and classical Athens.
Greece’s most important archaeological museum, with masterpieces from prehistoric to late antiquity, including sculpture, frescoes, and the Antikythera Mechanism.
A beautifully curated museum known for elegant Cycladic figurines and strong displays of ancient Greek and Cypriot art in central Athens.
Athens’ historic old quarter, loved for its neoclassical houses, pedestrian lanes, and easy access to major archaeological sites.
A lively central square known for street life, market atmosphere, and direct views toward the Acropolis.
The city’s best-known viewpoint, popular for panoramic photos over Athens and especially striking at sunset.
A classic baked dish of layered eggplant, potato, minced meat, and béchamel. It is one of the most recognizable traditional Greek meals served across Athens.
Grilled skewers of pork or chicken, often served with pita, onions, tomatoes, and tzatziki. It is a staple Athenian street food and everyday favorite.
A savory pie filled with spinach, herbs, and feta cheese in crisp phyllo pastry. It is a popular snack and bakery item throughout Athens.
A famous delicatessen-restaurant specializing in cured meats, cheeses, and meze, with a lively atmosphere in central Athens.
An established seafood restaurant by Lefkas Lazarou, known for refined Greek seafood dishes and a polished waterfront setting.
A long-running Monastiraki institution best known for grilled kebab and classic casual Greek fare in a busy central location.
Moderate for Europe: casual food and transit are fairly priced, while central hotels and tourist-area dining cost more.
Service is usually included, but 5-10% is appreciated at restaurants. Round up in taxis. Small tips are welcome at cafés; hotel staff tips are optional.
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Port Of Piraeus, Athens -> Syntagma Square, Athens
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