With a population of 1 900, Hydra is a must-see destination in Attica, Greece. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hydra has to offer.
Although Hydra doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Athens Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos) (ATH), which is located 48 miles from Hydra. The shortest flight to Hydra from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 3h 30m.
Another option to get to Hydra is to pick up a car hire from Athens, which is about 46 miles from Hydra. You’ll find branches of Centauro and Europcar, among others, in Athens.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hydra, including Vip Arda Tur, Union Ivkoni and Tourist Service Holding. From Sofia, the bus ride to Hydra takes 1094 km and will cost you around £67. From Istanbul, the ticket costs about £112 for a journey of 1497 km.
From 5-star hotels such as the Leto Hotel to great affordable options like the Mistral Hotel, Hydra offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £143 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £249 and up for a 5-star experience.
Expect to pay £1.65 per litre in Hydra (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.70 and £26.26.