You will find below information about how to get to Skopelos by ferry, where to buy your tickets and information about Skopelos and its ports, with many photos.
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• Popular Itineraries • About Skopelos • Port info
Skopelos is part of the islands of the Sporades group, in Greece. It is known as the green island and distinguishes for its natural beauty and the easy-going atmosphere.
Beautiful beaches, imposing coastline and picturesque villages attract many visitors every summer.
In brief, ferries to Skopelos depart from Volos port, Mantoudi, and Agios Konstantinos ports in mainland Greece.
The ferry trip to this destination lasts for 1.5-4 hours. The cost of a ferry ticket to Skopelos is approximately '20' 'EUR' (20 Euros) - '30' 'EUR' (30 Euros) for a standard seat.
This island is also directly connected by ferry with Skiathos and Alonissos.
Note that Skopelos has two ports: the Town port and Glossa port. There are daily ferries from Volos to Skopelos throughout the year.
In the summer, ferry routes are more frequent and there are also many daily ferries to this destination from Agios Konstantinos, Mantoudi, and the Sporades islands.
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Skopelos Ferry
POPULAR FERRY ITINERARIES
Below you'll find some of the most popular routes:
From Volos
At least 2-3 conventional and high-speed ferries depart from Volos to Skopelos every day in peak season.
The ferry trip from Volos lasts for 2-4 hours. The cost of a ferry ticket from Volos is approximately '22' 'EUR' (22 Euros) - '30' 'EUR' (30 Euros).
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From Alonissos
There are daily ferry connections between Alonissos and Skopelos all year round.
The ferry trip from Alonissos lasts for 30 minutes to 1.5 hour and the cost of the ferry ticket is approximately '6' 'EUR' (6 Euros) - '10' 'EUR' (10 Euros).
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From Skiathos
During the summer, there are many daily ferry connections between Skiathos and Skopelos.
The ferry trip from Skiathos lasts for 15 minutes to 1.5 hour and the cost of the ferry ticket is approximately '6.5' 'EUR' (6.5 Euros) - '13.5' 'EUR' (13.5 Euros).
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What types of ferries travel there?
The types of ferries that sail to Skopelos are high-speed/catamaran ferries and conventional ferries.
The ferry companies that serve itineraries for this route are Blue Star Ferries and Anes Lines.
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INFORMATION ABOUT SKOPELOS
Famous as the green island of the Sporades, Skopelos is a unique holiday place that mostly distinguishes for its natural beauty.
Beautiful beaches, imposing coastline and picturesque villages attract many visitors every summer.
The Town has been declared a traditional settlement thanks to its wonderful architecture that is preserved intact through time.
The paved streets that lead to the hill top, the old mansions and the Medieval remains show the charm of this place. In the heart of the island, there are many historical monasteries and churches worth to visit.
Equally impressive is the town of Glossa, on the northern side of the island, that offers magical view to the sea.
The beaches of Skopelos distinguish for their blue green water and the surrounding greenery. Hovolo, Panormos and Stafylos are the most famous beaches.
Worth visiting is also the church of Agios Ioannis Kastri, where scenes from the Hollywood movie Mamma Mia (2009) were filmed.
Why visit this island?
Hop on a ferry to Skopelos for jaw-dropping natural beauty, picturesque villages, verdant forests, and peaceful ambiance!
- This island is famous for being the green island of the Sporades.
- The Town has been declared a traditional settlement thanks to its wonderful architecture that has been preserved over the years.
- Hovolo, Panormos, and Stafylos are the most famous beaches.
Best time to visit
The best season to visit Skopelos is the summer. During that time of the year, the island boasts a magnificent landscape made of emerald waters and verdant greenery.
Is the island for you?
Skopelos is a perfect paradise island that combines natural beauty with history. It’s an ideal destination for relaxing holidays in nature!
Sightseeing
Some beautiful places to visit in Skopelos are the Church of Agios Ioannis in Kastri, the Monastery of Timios Prodromos, the Monastery of Evangelistria, and the Photographic Centre.
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Island hopping
During the high season, there are frequent ferry connections between Skopelos and the Sporades islands.
Some of the most popular island-hopping routes from Skopelos to Skiathos and Alonissos.
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Available ports in Skopelos
ABOUT GLOSSA PORT
Port description
Glossa is the second port of the island, along with the port of Town. This is a picturesque port on the northern side of the island. It serves ferries and hydrofoils to the ports of Agios Konstantinos and Volos, mainland Greece, and the islands of Skiathos and Alonissos.
Connected ports to Glossa
Alonissos - Evia, Mantoudi - Skiathos - Skopelos, Port - Volos
Directions
The port of Glossa is connected by bus to the most popular villages and beaches around the island, including Town, Elios, Loutraki, Panormos and many other beaches on the way.
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ABOUT SKOPELOS PORT
Port description
A small island of the Sporades that distinguishes for its green nature and calm beaches, Skopelos is connected by ferry and hydrofoil to Volos, Agios Konstantinos, Skiathos, and Alonissos. The main port is found in Town.
Connected ports to Skopelos
Alonissos - Evia, Mantoudi - Skiathos - Skopelos, Glossa - Thessaloniki - Volos
Directions
There are frequent buses that connect the port of the island to the beaches of Stafylos, Agnontas, Panormos, Hovolos, Elios, Loutraki, Glossa and many other places around.
Photos of the port
Port on Map
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