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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Skopelos to Athens
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
14 h 9 m
Average duration
14 h 10 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
264 km
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 £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £40.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Skopelos for Athens every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun 21 Dec the direct ferries cover the 264 km distance in an average of 14 h 10 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 14 h 9 m .
The slowest ferries will take 14 h 10 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.
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 £40. 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 £40, and a flight costs an average of £43.
Distance: 142 nautical miles (264 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£50 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price |
13h 52m Average total duration 12h 52m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Skopelos to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Skopelos to Athens ferries for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:00 Skopelos | 12h00 | 04:00 Athens | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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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 £40 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 23:58. The fastest ferry covers the 142 nautical miles (264 km) distance in 12h 0m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Skopelos to Athens are available to foot passengers.
Distance 142 nautical miles (264 km) |
Average sailing duration 12h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
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 |
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 £40. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Skopelos to Athens ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Skopelos to Athens 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 Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Skopelos and Athens
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
- Free WiFi
- Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
- To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
- Rouan Thai (0.7km)
- Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
- Free
- Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station
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