- Must visit
Peloponnesian Folklore Foundation Museum
Leading museum on Greek folk culture, housed in a Venetian-era building on Syntagma Square. Excellent for costume, craft, and daily-life history.
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Hydra to Nafplion is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hydra to Nafplion will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 3 ferries from Hydra to Nafplion, including 3 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct ferries cover the 63 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 25 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 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.

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Ferries from Hydra to Nafplion run on average 3 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:50, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 34 nautical miles (63 km) distance in 20m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Hydra to Nafplion are available to foot passengers.


Distance 34 nautical miles (63 km) |
Average sailing duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 20m |
First ferry 5:50 AM |
Last ferry 11:00 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 4 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Hydra to Nafplion.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 0h25 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 0h25 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 0h25 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 0h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 0h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Tue |
The table below shows live departures for Hydra to Nafplion ferries for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:50 PM Hydra | 0h25 | 5:15 PM Nafplion | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Hydra | 0h35 | 6:05 PM Nafplion | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 PM Hydra | 0h25 | 6:55 PM Nafplion | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 PM Hydra | 0h25 | 7:15 PM Nafplion | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Leading museum on Greek folk culture, housed in a Venetian-era building on Syntagma Square. Excellent for costume, craft, and daily-life history.
Archaeological museum in a landmark Venetian arsenal. Displays from prehistory to Roman times illuminate Argolis beyond the famous nearby sites.
Small but important military museum tracing Greek military history from the Revolution onward, set in a historic building in the old town.
Nafplion’s main old-town square, framed by major monuments and museums. The best starting point for understanding the city’s layered history.
Scenic waterfront promenade below Akronafplia with sea views, benches, and sunset appeal. Ideal for an easy walk linking key sights.
Historic quarter of narrow lanes, mansions, and balconies. The old town is Nafplion’s most atmospheric area for strolling and photography.
Gogkes are handmade pasta curls from Argolis, usually tossed with browned butter or local cheese. A simple farmhouse dish closely tied to the region.
Tiganopsomo is rustic fried bread, often filled with local cheeses or herbs. It is a beloved Peloponnese meze found in tavernas and village kitchens.
Kolokythoanthoi are zucchini flowers stuffed with rice, herbs, and sometimes vegetables. They are a classic summer home-style dish in the Argolis area.
Elegant restaurant in Nafplion’s old town, known for refined Greek cuisine, creative plating, and a romantic setting in a restored historic building.
Casual local favorite for meze, seafood, and Greek comfort food near the harbor. Relaxed atmosphere and dependable traditional flavors.
Long-running traditional taverna serving classic Greek dishes and grilled meats in a warm old-town setting popular with both locals and visitors.
Moderate for Greece. Rooms in season cost more, but tavernas, coffee, and local buses stay reasonable versus pricier Greek islands.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated. Round up in cafes and taxis; tip more only for notably good service.
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