Skopelos Volos

Route at a Glance

Detail Info
Duration 2h 10m (high-speed) to 4h 10m (conventional)
Price From ~€33 passenger (one-way)
Frequency Multiple daily sailings in summer; reduced in winter
Vehicles? Yes (conventional ferries); no (hydrofoil)
Season Year-round
Operators SeaJets, Magic Ferries, Aegean Flying Dolphins

Overview

Volos is one of the main mainland gateways to Skopelos, with year-round ferry links and increased frequency during summer. It is a practical departure point for travelers coming from central Greece and for those driving from Athens or Thessaloniki via the E75 motorway. Most services call at Skiathos first, then continue to Glossa (Loutraki) and Skopelos Town before reaching Alonissos.

Companies and Vessels

Company Vessel Type Duration Vehicles?
SeaJets Sporades Star, Super Star, Iolkos, Supercat Jet Conventional ferry + high-speed catamaran 2h 10m to 4h 10m Yes (ferry services)
Magic Ferries Magic 3 High-speed vessel ~2h 20m Check with operator
Aegean Flying Dolphins Flying Dolphin Erato Hydrofoil ~2h 20m No

SeaJets: +30 210 7107710, info@seajets.gr
Magic Ferries: +30 21 0461 0500, info@magicseaferries.gr
Aegean Flying Dolphins: +30 210 4121654 / +30 210 4221766, info@aegeanflyingdolphins.gr

Ferry from Volos

Timetable and Route Notes

The standard routing from Volos is: Volos → Skiathos → Glossa (Loutraki) → Skopelos Town → Alonissos. The hydrofoil may skip Glossa and go directly to Skopelos Town.

Schedules are published each spring, typically around Easter. Always confirm current timetables directly with

SeaJets

,

Magic Ferries

, or

Aegean Flying Dolphins

before booking.

Service Typical Travel Time Route Notes
SeaJets Sporades Star / Super Star ~3h 45m Stops at Skiathos and Glossa before Skopelos Town
SeaJets Iolkos ~4h 10m Conventional ferry with full vehicle capacity
SeaJets Supercat Jet ~2h 10m Fastest crossing from Volos
Magic Ferries Magic 3 ~2h 20m Seasonal service; schedules vary by period
Aegean Flying Dolphins Erato ~2h 20m Passenger-only hydrofoil; no vehicle capacity

Tip: The ferry arrives at Glossa (Loutraki) port before Skopelos Town. If your destination is closer to Glossa, select it as your arrival port when booking to save time.

Prices

Fares vary by date, seat class, and operator. Use the table below as a starting guide and confirm final prices during booking.

Company Passenger (one-way) Car + Driver Motorcycle
SeaJets (conventional) €33–€52 ~€90 Check with operator
SeaJets (Supercat Jet) €50–€60 N/A N/A
Magic Ferries TBD TBD TBD
Aegean Flying Dolphins ~€55 N/A (passengers only) N/A

TBD = Prices typically announced in spring. Children under 5 travel free; ages 5–10 usually receive a 50% discount.

Getting to Volos Port

By Car from Athens

The distance is about 320 km via the E75 (A1) motorway. Driving time is approximately 3.5 hours depending on traffic. Expect motorway tolls of roughly €20 (varies by vehicle class).

By Car from Thessaloniki

The distance is about 215 km via the E75 (A1) motorway. Driving time is approximately 2.5 hours.

By KTEL Bus

KTEL Magnesias operates intercity services from Athens (Liossion terminal) to Volos, taking about 4.5 hours. From Thessaloniki, KTEL buses to Volos take about 3 hours. Check departure times on KTEL Magnesias before your travel day.

Parking at Volos Port

Parking is available near the port area, with both short-stay and longer-stay options. Paid parking is common close to the departure zone during peak season. Arrive early in summer to secure a spot.

Booking Tickets

Port Information

Arrive at Volos port at least 30 minutes before departure (earlier if boarding with a vehicle). The port area has cafes, shops, taxis, and basic traveler services.

  • Port Authority of Volos: +30 24213 53800
  • Port Authority of Skopelos: +30 24240 22180
  • Skopelos Port Office: +30 24240 33033

Tips for This Route

  • Book early in July and August. Volos is one of the busiest Sporades departure ports, and ferries can fill up during peak season.
  • Vehicle travelers: The Iolkos and conventional SeaJets ferries are your main options for bringing a car. Arrive at the port well ahead of departure for vehicle check-in.
  • Consider Mantoudi (Evia) as an alternative. If you are driving from Athens, Mantoudi offers a shorter drive and a faster crossing. Volos is the better choice from Thessaloniki or central/northern Greece.

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