Ferry from Methana to Poros

When traveling by ferry between Methana and Poros, you can take advantage of lower-cost ferry tickets thanks to available discounts. Ferry companies offer discounts up to 50% to certain passenger categories, such as:

• Children from 5 to 10 years old
• Students (Greek Public University)
• Permanent residents of islands (holders of Unique Islander Number)

Note: infants and toddlers up to 4 years old usually travel free of charge.

Cabins & accommodation

There are no cabins available on ferries traveling to Poros from Methana. You can find a seat on the ferry deck or lounge instead.

Luggage

On Saronic Ferries vessels, there is no specific limit on luggage size and weight. However, we recommend that you carry up to 50 kg of luggage to avoid any delays due to restricted space in the luggage area.

Note that Greek ferry companies are usually quite flexible regarding luggage size and weight and that there is no check-in procedure for luggage items.

Pets on board

On Methana - Poros ferries, you can travel with your pet free of charge. Make sure to check the company's pet policy before your trip.

Make sure to carry along all necessary pet health certificates, tickets and any supplies you may need for your trip.

For more details, take a look at our guide on ferry travel with a pet in Greece.

Here are some useful tips for your ferry trip from Methana to Poros:

• The port of Methana can get busy in the summer, so make sure to get there at least 45 min before boarding.
• Find out all about the amazing island on our Poros travel guide.
• On Ferryhopper, you can discover island-hopping options from Poros to more islands in the Saronic Gulf, such as Aegina, Hydra and Spetses. Check our Map of ferries to discover all ferry connections from Poros to nearby islands.
• Apart from the port of Methana, you can also reach the island of Poros from the port of Piraeus in Athens, as well as from the ports of Ermioni and Porto Heli in the Peloponnese.
• For the latest information on Covid-19 and ferry travel in Greece, you can check our relevant post. Note that, for the time being, all restrictions have been lifted.

Where to take the ferry from Methana to Poros

You can catch the ferry to Poros from the port of Methana. The port is small and is located inside the town.

The town of Methana is located in the Peloponnese, around 2.5 hr (160 km) from Athens by car and 1.5 hr from Nafplio (70 km).

Within walking distance from the port, you can find cafés, restaurants and supermarkets.