Skopelos to Athens ferry - Times and cheap Blue Star Ferries ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Skopelos to Athens

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£41

Average price

£41

Fastest journey

12 h

Average duration

12 h

Ferries per day

1

Distance

264 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Skopelos to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Skopelos to Athens will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £41.

Fast ferries

Of the 1 ferries that leave Skopelos for Athens every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, 05 Nov the direct ferries cover the 264 km distance in an average of 12 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 12 h .

The slowest ferries will take 12 h 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.

Blue Star Ferries
16:0012h00
Skopelos
04:00Athens
£411One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare flight and ferry for Skopelos to Athens

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Skopelos to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £41, and a flight costs an average of £43.

Distance: 142 nautical miles (264 km)

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£50

Average Price

Cheapest

£87

Average Price

13h 52m

Average total duration

12h 52m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

3h 57m

Average total duration

Fastest

57m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.8 - 1.6kg

CO2 emissions

Blue Star Ferries

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Skopelos to Athens Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
18:00
Arrival Time
06:00
Duration
12h00
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
06:10
Arrival Time
23:15
Duration
17h05
Sailing Days
Thu

Live departures

Skopelos to Athens ferry times

Showing ferries for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 23:01
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blue_star_ferries16:00 Skopelos
12h00
04:00 Athens0 changesdirect

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How far in advance should I book ferry tickets from Skopelos to Athens?

The best time to book your ferry from Skopelos to Athens is 3 days before departure. See how prices for ferries change on the Skopelos to Athens route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Skopelos to Athens per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your ferry from Skopelos to Athens.

Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Skopelos to Athens

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Ferries from Skopelos to Athens run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 52m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £41 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
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Blue Star Ferries
Distance
142 nautical miles (264 km)
Average sailing duration
12h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
£41
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
5
Fastest ferry
12h 0m
First ferry
00:15
Last ferry
23:58
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Skopelos to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Skopelos to Athens with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £41. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Blue Star Ferries

About
Blue Star Ferries is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea and the Adriatic Sea. The company was founded in 1965 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Blue Star Ferries operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands, as well as between the Greek mainland and Italy.
Learn more about Blue Star Ferries
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12h 0m
Cheapest Price
£41
Blue Star Ferries frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure with varying refund rates
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurants, cafes, and bars available serving meals and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible areas and facilities available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in designated areas. Must be in carriers or leashed. Not allowed in restaurants.
Cabin reservation
Economy cabins to luxury suites available. Must be booked in advance
Car on board

FAQs: Skopelos to Athens ferries

FAQs: Take the ferry from Skopelos to Athens with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Skopelos to Athens.
FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Skopelos to Athens can start from as little as £40 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Skopelos to Athens is £47; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Skopelos to Athens ferry time is 10 h 40 min   covering the 163 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Skopelos to Athens leaves at 01: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Skopelos to Athens leaves at 23: 55.
There is 1 ferry a day from Skopelos to Athens which require at least one change with Blue Star Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Skopelos to Athens with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Skopelos to Athens is possible with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Skopelos to Athens is possible with Blue Star Ferries. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Skopelos to Athens, you can count on Blue Star Ferries for the best way to get you to Athens. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service to Athens from Skopelos and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Skopelos to Athens is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Skopelos and Athens including taking a flight or ferry.

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Important Stations and Airports in Skopelos and Athens

Skopelos
Athens
Port of PiraeusWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
10, Akti Miaouli str, Pireas 185 38, Greece
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
  • Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
carConnection
Car connection
Leoforos Posidonos, Exit to Akti Miaouli
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
  • To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
  • Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transport options for Port of Piraeus
  • Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station

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