- Must visit
Athanasakeion Archaeological Museum of Volos
Leading regional museum presenting finds from Thessaly, from prehistory to Roman times, in a clear modern display.
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 37 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Skiathos to Volos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Skiathos to Volos will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £33.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Skiathos for Volos every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon 03 Aug the direct ferries cover the 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 2 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
SUPERSTAR II
EAGLE JET 2
SPEEDRUNNER JET 2
SPEEDRUNNER JET 2
EAGLE JET 2
SUPERSTAR II| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 18:20 | Duration 2h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun |
Operator Aegean Flying Dolphins | Departure Time 11:45 | Arrival Time 13:00 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 16:35 | Arrival Time 18:50 | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 15:45 | Arrival Time 18:05 | Duration 2h20 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 13:15 | Arrival Time 15:30 | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Aegean Flying Dolphins | Departure Time 07:45 | Arrival Time 09:00 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 11:15 | Arrival Time 12:30 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 13:00 | Arrival Time 15:15 | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 13:15 | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 08:40 | Arrival Time 10:00 | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri, Sun |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 08:30 | Arrival Time 09:45 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Mon |
The table below shows live departures for Skiathos to Volos ferries for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EAGLE JET 2 | 8:30 Skiathos | 1h15 | 9:45 Port of Volos | 0 changesdirect | |
SPEEDRUNNER JET 2 | 11:15 Skiathos | 1h15 | 12:30 Port of Volos | 0 changesdirect | |
SUPERSTAR II | 16:00 Skiathos | 2h20 | 18:20 Port of Volos | 0 changesdirect | |
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Ferries from Skiathos to Volos run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:40, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 28 nautical miles (52 km) distance in 2h 15m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from Skiathos to Volos are available to foot passengers.




Distance 28 nautical miles (52 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 2h 15m |
First ferry 7:40 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Volos — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Volos trip today.
Leading regional museum presenting finds from Thessaly, from prehistory to Roman times, in a clear modern display.
Industrial heritage museum in renovated brick warehouses, explaining brickmaking history with machinery and multimedia.
Compact museum dedicated to natural history, with geology, fauna, and educational displays suited to families.
Long waterfront promenade for walking, sea views, and everyday city life, especially lively in the evening.
Central seafront park with sculptures, shade, and open views across the harbour and Pagasetic Gulf.
Popular urban beach and promenade area east of the centre, good for a relaxed walk by the water.
Tsipouro is Volos’s signature grape spirit, traditionally served in small carafes with meze in the city’s tsipouradika. It defines the local social dining culture.
Boubari is a traditional Pelion and Volos sausage made with goat or lamb offal, rice and spices. It is a festive local speciality with deep regional roots.
Spetsofai is a Pelion dish of sausages cooked with peppers and tomato. It is a classic Thessalian meze often enjoyed with tsipouro in Volos.
Traditional tsipouradiko known for small seafood meze served with tsipouro in a lively, unfussy setting near the waterfront.
Refined seafood restaurant by the sea, known for fresh fish, shellfish and polished service in a modern but comfortable setting.
Established local favourite for classic Volos tsipouro culture, offering varied meze and a relaxed atmosphere popular with residents.
Moderate for Greece: rooms, tavernas and buses are usually cheaper than in Athens or islands, especially outside peak summer.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Round up taxi fares. In cafés, leaving small change is customary.
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Port of Volos -> Agios Nikolaos Square, Volos
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Skiathos to Volos by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Volos, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Skiathos to Volos ferries use the Skiathos to Port of Volos port pair. Use this guide to compare Skiathos and Volos ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port of Volos is 1 km from Volos city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Volos has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Me Zen (0.3km), Kritamo (0.5km), Tsipouradiko (0.7km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are multiple ATMs available.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Volos.
Available at Port of Volos: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Volos.
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