Porto Heli To Spetses Ferry Crossing In 2026
🚢 Porto Heli → Spetses — 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 Spetses Ferry
Porto Heli to Spetses -- 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: 10 minutes.
- Operators: Hellenic Seaways.
- Book tickets: Check prices at Ferryscanner
Porto Heli sits at the tip of the Argolic peninsula in the eastern Peloponnese, and Spetses lies just across the water from it -- close enough that the crossing barely feels like a sea journey at all. This is one of the shortest ferry hops in Greece, run by Hellenic Seaways more as a quick shuttle than a full ferry voyage, and for travellers already in the Argolid it's often the simplest way onto the island without detouring via Kosta or committing to a longer trip from Piraeus. Coverage is filed a season at a time rather than fixed a year in advance, so check the schedule box above for the months currently confirmed.
Expect a single daily sailing rather than boats shuttling back and forth all day, so it pays to build your plans around that one scheduled departure rather than assuming you can simply turn up and go. The crossing itself sits inside the gulf rather than out on open water, so it stays sheltered and is rarely troubled by the rough seas that can disrupt longer island-hopping routes.
Monthly Schedule Overview
Here is a month-by-month overview of ferry service from Porto Heli 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 | 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 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 | 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–Spetses route is served by 1 company:
- Hellenic Seaways – approximately 10 minutes
Tips for the Porto Heli–Spetses Ferry
- If you are at a small island when a multi-day storm hits, accommodation will fill quickly as stranded passengers compete for rooms – secure yours immediately.
- Snacks in your bag reduce dependency on the onboard cafeteria and save money – nuts, crackers, fruit, and chocolate travel well.
- Seasickness is more common on high-speed catamarans than on conventional ferries – if you are susceptible, take medication 30–60 minutes before boarding.
- 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 Porto Heli to Spetses?
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 Spetses today?
Yes – 1 sailing today. See the 14-day timetable above for departure times.
How many ferries run from Porto Heli to Spetses this week?
Around 7 sailings over the next 7 days (typically 1 per day).
What time is the first ferry from Porto Heli to Spetses?
The first departure is usually 05:50.
How long is the ferry from Porto Heli to Spetses?
The fastest crossing takes approximately 10 minutes. Journey times depend on the ferry type and company.
Which ferry companies operate the Porto Heli–Spetses route?
The route is served by Hellenic Seaways.