Ferries to Skopelos: All Routes, Companies & Ports
Every trip to Skopelos ends with a ferry ride. The island has no airport, so the sea is your only way in — and honestly, watching Skopelos appear on the horizon from the deck of a ferry is one of the best parts of arriving. Four mainland ports connect to the island, several ferry companies run the routes, and the options shift between summer and winter. This page pulls it all together so you can see what is available, compare the routes, and then click through to the detailed guide for whichever crossing suits your trip.
The Quick Picture
- 4 mainland departure ports connect to Skopelos: Mantoudi (Evia), Volos, Agios Konstantinos, and Thessaloniki.
- Year-round ferries from Volos and Mantoudi. Summer-only service from Thessaloniki and Agios Konstantinos.
- Skiathos is also a quick hop by ferry or water taxi — the standard connection for anyone arriving by plane.
- Crossing times range from just over an hour (Mantoudi high-speed) to around four hours (Volos conventional or Thessaloniki).
- Skopelos has two ports — make sure you know which one your ferry stops at before you book.
All Ferry Routes at a Glance
| Departure Port | Company | Vessel Type | Duration | Season | Route Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mantoudi (Evia) | SeaJets | High-speed catamaran (Speedrunner Jet 2, Sporades Star) | ~1h 15m | Year-round | Mantoudi route guide |
| Mantoudi (Evia) | Mantoudi Lines | High-speed ferry (Zephyros) | ~1h 05m | Summer (usually at the end of June) | Mantoudi route guide |
| Volos | SeaJets | Mixed fleet (conventional + high-speed) | ~2h 10m to 4h | Year-round | Volos route guide |
| Volos | Aegean Flying Dolphins | Hydrofoil (passengers only) | ~2h 30m | Summer (usually at the end of June) | Volos route guide |
| Agios Konstantinos | Olympian Ferries | Conventional ferry — vehicles OK | ~4h | August only | Ag. Konstantinos route guide |
| Thessaloniki | SeaJets | High-speed catamaran | ~4h | Summer (usually at the end of June) | Thessaloniki route guide |
| Skiathos | Various operators | Ferry, hydrofoil, water taxi | 30 — 60 min | Year-round | Skiathos route guide |
Ferry Companies Serving Skopelos
SeaJets
The dominant operator on Skopelos routes. SeaJets runs high-speed catamarans from Mantoudi and Thessaloniki, plus a mixed fleet from Volos that includes both fast and conventional vessels. They cover more routes and more months of the year than anyone else. In summer, SeaJets typically offers daily sailings from Mantoudi and multiple weekly departures from Volos and Thessaloniki. In winter, they scale back but usually maintain a few weekly services from Mantoudi and Volos. Vessels carry passengers, vehicles, bicycles, and pets.
Mantoudi Lines
A newer operator launched in summer 2025, running the high-speed ferry Zephyros on the Mantoudi — Skopelos (Agnontas) — Alonissos route. Despite the name suggesting a slow conventional service, the Zephyros is actually fast — about 1 hour and 5 minutes to Skopelos. They offer two daily round trips in summer. This is a good alternative to SeaJets from the same port, and the direct stop at Agnontas can be convenient depending on where you are staying.
Olympian Ferries
Runs a seasonal conventional ferry from Agios Konstantinos to Skopelos, typically operating only in August. The route goes via Skiathos and arrives at Glossa (Loutraki) — not Skopelos Town. This is a niche option that works well if you happen to be traveling from central Greece in peak summer, but it is not something to build your whole trip around given the limited schedule.
See the Agios Konstantinos route guide for current schedules
Aegean Flying Dolphins
Hydrofoil service from Volos, passengers only — no vehicles. The Flying Dolphin Erato is a classic Greek island-hopping vessel: fast, compact, and a bit bumpy in rough weather. It is a good option if you are traveling light and want to skip the slower conventional crossing from Volos. Note that hydrofoils are more likely to be cancelled in bad weather than larger ferries.
Skopelos Has Three Ports – Know Which One You Need
This catches people off guard more often than you would think. Skopelos has two active ferry ports, and they are not interchangeable — they are on opposite ends of the island, about 25 km apart by road.
a) Skopelos Town (Chora) is the main port, on the southeast coast. Most ferries from Volos and Mantoudi stop here. It is right in the center of town, so you step off the ferry and you are immediately surrounded by tavernas, shops, rental agencies, and taxi stands. If your accommodation is in or near Skopelos Town, Stafylos, or anywhere on the southern half of the island, this is the port you want.
b) Glossa / Loutraki is the northwest port. Some ferries from Mantoudi (particularly Anes Ferries) and Agios Konstantinos stop here first — or only here. The port itself is in Loutraki, a small waterfront village at the bottom of the hill; the larger village of Glossa sits above it. If you are staying in Glossa, Elios, Neo Klima, or the Panormos area, arriving at Loutraki can save you a 40-minute drive across the island. But if your hotel is in Skopelos Town and your ferry only stops at Loutraki, you will need a bus, taxi, or pre-arranged transfer to get there.
c) Agnontas is occasionally used as an alternative arrival point — Mantoudi Lines runs to Agnontas directly, and other ferries sometimes divert there in bad weather. It is a small fishing port on the south coast, about 8 km from Skopelos Town.
Before you book:
Check exactly which Skopelos port your ferry serves. Some itineraries stop at Glossa first and then continue to Skopelos Town. Some stop at Glossa only. Some go directly to Skopelos Town. Getting this wrong means an unexpected taxi ride across the island.
Booking Ferry Tickets
The easiest approach is to start with a comparison platform, then cross-check on the ferry company’s own website before paying. Two reliable aggregators:
- FerryScanner.com — compares routes, shows live availability, and handles booking.
- FerryHopper.com — a similar comparison tool.
You can also book directly with the ferry companies: SeaJets, Mantoudi Lines, Aegean Flying Dolphins. Direct booking occasionally gets you a slightly better cancellation policy or more accurate schedule information.
Three Things to Know Before You Go
- Book early for July and August. Vehicle spots sell out fast, and popular Friday/Sunday sailings fill up well ahead of time. If you are bringing a car in peak season, book as soon as the schedules are published.
- Confirm your arrival port. As covered above — Glossa and Skopelos Town are not close to each other. Double-check your ticket before you leave the booking page.
- Arrive at the departure port early. Thirty minutes before departure is the minimum for foot passengers. If you are loading a vehicle, aim for 45 minutes to an hour. Port check-in areas can get crowded in summer, and boarding closes before the published departure time.
Detailed Route Guides
Each route has its own page with full timetables, prices, driving directions to the port, and practical tips. Pick the one that matches your starting point:
- Mantoudi (Evia) to Skopelos — the fastest route from Athens. Three companies, year-round service.
- Volos to Skopelos — the classic central Greece route with year-round departures.
- Agios Konstantinos to Skopelos — seasonal service, typically August only.
- Thessaloniki to Skopelos — direct summer ferry from northern Greece.
- Skiathos to Skopelos — the short hop for travellers arriving by plane or from other islands.