Hydra To Spetses Ferry Crossing In 2026
🚢 Hydra → Spetses — this week
69 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 10/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 9 ferries — first at 09:45
Hydra to Spetses Ferry
Hydra to Spetses -- At a Glance
- Season: Timetables are currently published through 31 October 2026.
- Frequency: Multiple daily departures (10 per day) during the season.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 30 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes.
- Operators: Hellenic Seaways, Magic Sea Ferries, Alpha Lines.
- Tickets from: €18 per person.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
Hydra and Spetses sit close together at the mouth of the Saronic Gulf, and the crossing between them is one of the shortest island hops in Greece. Hydra's harbour is the town itself -- boats tie up right below the row of stone mansions and cafés, and there's no need to find onward transport because no vehicles are allowed on the island beyond a few municipal exceptions; donkeys and water taxis handle everything else. Spetses is a little more relaxed about it, but the old harbour at Dapia is still only a short walk from where the ferry docks, so neither end of this route involves much faffing about with taxis or buses.
Sheltered by the mainland coast and the islands themselves, this stretch of water rarely gets rough, which is part of why it suits smaller high-speed craft as well as the larger conventional ferries. Sailings run several times a day for most of the year, dropping back to a lighter timetable outside the main season -- check the schedule box above for what's currently confirmed. It's an easy route for a day trip between the two islands as much as for onward travel to or from Piraeus.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Hydra to Spetses:
| Month | Available | Avg. Ferries/Day |
|---|---|---|
| January | Not yet published | – |
| February | Not yet published | – |
| March | Not yet published | – |
| April | Not yet published | – |
| May | Not yet published | – |
| June | Not yet published | – |
| July | Yes | 9.8 (9–10) |
| August | Yes | 9.9 (9–10) |
| September | Yes | 9.6 (6–10) |
| October | Yes | 6.3 (6–7) |
| November | Not yet published | – |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Hydra to Spetses — next 14 days
Actual sailing dates and departure times for the next two weeks (last updated 2026-08-06):
| Date | Sailings | Departure times |
|---|---|---|
| Thu 6 Aug | 10 | 09:45, 11:10, 11:25, 11:40, 14:00, 14:55, 16:25, 18:25, 19:10, 22:00 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 9 | 09:45, 11:10, 11:25, 11:40, 16:15, 18:20, 18:25, 18:45, 22:00 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 10 | 10:10, 11:10, 11:25, 11:40, 14:00, 15:00, 16:15, 18:25, 19:55, 22:00 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 10 | 10:25, 11:40, 12:25, 12:40, 13:50, 15:20, 17:20, 18:10, 18:45, 22:00 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 10 | 09:45, 11:10, 11:25, 11:40, 14:00, 14:55, 16:25, 18:25, 19:10, 22:00 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 10 | 09:45, 11:10, 11:25, 11:40, 14:00, 14:55, 16:25, 18:25, 19:10, 22:00 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 10 | 09:45, 11:10, 11:25, 11:40, 14:00, 14:55, 16:25, 18:25, 19:10, 22:00 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 10 | 09:45, 11:10, 11:25, 11:40, 14:00, 14:55, 16:25, 18:25, 19:10, 22:00 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 9 | 09:45, 11:10, 11:25, 11:40, 16:15, 18:20, 18:25, 18:45, 22:00 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 10 | 10:10, 11:10, 11:25, 11:40, 14:00, 15:00, 16:15, 18:25, 19:55, 22:00 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 10 | 10:25, 11:40, 12:25, 12:40, 13:50, 15:20, 17:20, 18:10, 18:45, 22:00 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 10 | 09:45, 11:10, 11:25, 11:40, 14:00, 14:55, 16:25, 18:25, 19:10, 22:00 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 10 | 09:45, 11:10, 11:25, 11:40, 14:00, 14:55, 16:25, 18:25, 19:10, 22:00 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 10 | 09:45, 11:10, 11:25, 11:40, 14:00, 14:55, 16:25, 18:25, 19:10, 22:00 |
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Ferry Companies
The Hydra–Spetses route is served by 3 companies:
- Hellenic Seaways – approximately 30 minutes
- Magic Sea Ferries – approximately 30 minutes
- Alpha Lines – approximately 30 minutes
Tips for the Hydra–Spetses Ferry
- If your ferry is cancelled, the operator is required to offer a refund or alternative sailing; head to the operator's quayside office immediately.
- If your booking allows free cancellation up to a certain date, set a calendar reminder a few days before that deadline in case your plans change.
- High-speed catamarans are more susceptible to cancellation in meltemi conditions than conventional roll-on roll-off ferries – the slower option is often more reliable.
- Once you arrive in Spetses, the island's car-free centre and horse-drawn carriage transport give it an elegance and calm that sets it apart among the Saronic islands. The Spetses Museum of History and Tradition offers insight into the island's proud role in the Greek War of Independence, and the pine-shaded coastline is dotted with appealing beaches.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Hydra to Spetses?
Multiple daily departures (10 per day) during the season. Timetables are currently published through 31 October 2026.
Are there ferries from Hydra to Spetses today?
Yes – 10 sailings today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Hydra to Spetses this week?
Around 69 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 10 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Hydra to Spetses?
The first departure is usually 09:45.
How long is the ferry from Hydra to Spetses?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 30 minutes, while the slowest takes around 1 hour 15 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
How much does the Hydra to Spetses ferry cost?
Ticket prices start from €18 per person for a standard seat.
Which ferry companies operate the Hydra–Spetses route?
The route is served by Hellenic Seaways, Magic Sea Ferries, Alpha Lines.