Porto Heli To Poros Ferry Crossing In 2026
🚢 Porto Heli → Poros — this week
7 sailings over the next 7 days · usually 1/day
Tomorrow (Fri 7 Aug): 1 ferries — first at 05:50
Porto Heli to Poros Ferry
Porto Heli to Poros -- At a Glance
- Season: Sailings are scheduled into the winter, with timetables published through 1 November 2026.
- Frequency: Typically 1 ferry per day.
- Sailing days: Daily service.
- Journey time: 1 hour 55 minutes to 2 hours 20 minutes.
- Operators: Hellenic Seaways.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
Porto Heli and Poros sit at either end of a quiet stretch of the Argolic and Saronic seas, and the ferry between them is one of the more relaxed crossings you'll find in Greece. Porto Heli is a low-key resort town on the Peloponnese mainland, built around a deep, well-sheltered natural harbour that has long made it a favourite anchorage for yachts as well as ferries. Poros, at the other end, is a compact island squeezed close to the Peloponnesian coast at Galatas, its town rising in tiers above a narrow strait. Because the route hugs the coastline for most of the way rather than heading out into open water, it tends to feel steadier underfoot than crossings that run further offshore, which makes it a comfortable option if you'd rather avoid a choppier ride.
This is very much a once-a-day link rather than a shuttle service, so it suits travellers building a fixed day around it -- heading down to the Peloponnese, or across to the island -- rather than those wanting flexibility to change plans at short notice. Check the schedule box above for the latest confirmed sailing times before you travel, since the single daily departure can shift a little through the season.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Porto Heli to Poros:
| 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 | 1.0 |
| August | Yes | 1.0 |
| September | Yes | 1.0 |
| October | Yes | 1.0 |
| November | Yes | 1.0 |
| December | Not yet published | – |
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Porto Heli to Poros — 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 | 1 | 05:50 |
| Fri 7 Aug | 1 | 05:50 |
| Sat 8 Aug | 1 | 05:50 |
| Sun 9 Aug | 1 | 05:50 |
| Mon 10 Aug | 1 | 05:50 |
| Tue 11 Aug | 1 | 05:50 |
| Wed 12 Aug | 1 | 05:50 |
| Thu 13 Aug | 1 | 05:50 |
| Fri 14 Aug | 1 | 05:50 |
| Sat 15 Aug | 1 | 05:50 |
| Sun 16 Aug | 1 | 05:50 |
| Mon 17 Aug | 1 | 05:50 |
| Tue 18 Aug | 1 | 05:50 |
| Wed 19 Aug | 1 | 05:50 |
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Ferry Companies
The Porto Heli–Poros route is served by 1 company:
- Hellenic Seaways – approximately 1 hour 55 minutes
Tips for the Porto Heli–Poros Ferry
- If you need to change your ticket, it is usually cheaper to do so online than at the port ticket office, where a handling fee may apply.
- Avoid heavy meals immediately before boarding if you are prone to seasickness; a light snack is fine but a full taverna lunch is not ideal.
- Rain gear is rarely needed on summer ferry crossings, but a waterproof layer is worth having in spring and autumn when showers are possible.
- Some ports have a departure tax included in your ticket; others require a separate port fee paid at a booth before boarding – check your booking confirmation.
- In Poros, the clock tower rising above the harbour has been the island's landmark since 1927, and the seafront promenade lined with yachts, neoclassical buildings, and fish tavernas makes for a very pleasant stroll. The ruins of an ancient Temple of Poseidon lie inland, and just across the narrow strait on the Peloponnese shore is one of Greece's most celebrated lemon forests.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Porto Heli to Poros?
Typically 1 ferry per day. Sailings are scheduled into the winter, with timetables published through 1 November 2026.
Are there ferries from Porto Heli to Poros today?
Yes – 1 sailing today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Porto Heli to Poros this week?
Around 7 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 1 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Porto Heli to Poros?
The first departure is usually 05:50.
How long is the ferry from Porto Heli to Poros?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 1 hour 55 minutes, while the slowest takes around 2 hours 20 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
Which ferry companies operate the Porto Heli–Poros route?
The route is served by Hellenic Seaways.
Do you need a car on Poros?
Not really. Poros is small, about 7 by 4 miles, and cars are banned from the tiny town centre in summer, so everyone parks near the port and walks. Scooters are cheap and cover the rest of the island easily, and small boats run constantly from the port to the beaches. Car hire does exist if you'd rather have four wheels; check current listings at Discover Cars.