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How to get from Skiathos to Skopelos
Skiathos and Skopelos are linked by frequent ferries and high-speed boats, taking about 30 minutes to 1 h depending on the port. In summer there are several sailings a day; in winter fewer.
Best option: Ferry. Ferries are short and frequent, and Skopelos has no airport.
All the ways to make the trip
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ferry Conventional ferries and high-speed boats from Skiathos town to Glossa (Loutraki) or Skopelos town | about 30 minutes to Glossa, about 1 h to Skopelos town | several a day in summer, fewer in winter | about €10–25 per passenger, more with a car | Check current timetables; high-speed boats are more weather-sensitive. |
| taxi Water taxi or private boat | about 30–60 minutes | on request | about €150–300 per boat | Agree the price beforehand. |
*Approximate prices and times for 2026. Timetables change by season: check with the operator before you travel.
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Tips
- Choose the port nearest your accommodation: Glossa (Loutraki) in the north-west or Skopelos town.
- Excursion boats from Skiathos visit Skopelos beaches and the Mamma Mia chapel area.
- Book car space in August.
- Skiathos airport is the nearest airport for Skopelos.
Common questions
How long is the ferry from Skiathos to Skopelos?
About thirty minutes to Glossa (Loutraki) in the north-west of Skopelos, and about an hour to Skopelos town. Several boats run daily in summer. Check current timetables, as they vary by season and day of the week. Conventional ferries are a little slower but less likely to be cancelled when the wind is strong.
Can I visit Skopelos as a day trip from Skiathos?
Yes. Frequent ferries and organised boat excursions make a day trip easy in summer. Excursions often include swimming stops and the chapel of Agios Ioannis, known from the film Mamma Mia. Check the last return boat if you travel independently.
Can I take a car from Skiathos to Skopelos?
Yes, conventional ferries carry cars. In July and August, book vehicle space ahead. High-speed boats generally do not carry cars. Check whether your rental contract allows ferry travel. A car is handy for Skopelos's beaches and monasteries, but the island also has a summer bus along the main road and scooter rental in Skopelos town, so many visitors leave the car behind.
Which Skopelos port should I use?
Glossa (Loutraki) is closest to Skiathos and the north-west villages. Skopelos town is the main town on the east, about forty-five minutes by road from Glossa. Choose based on your accommodation; many boats call at both. If you are unsure, Skopelos town has the most hotels, restaurants and taxis.
Compiled by TonyPlan from operator and transport information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.