The cheapest and fastest ferries from Skopelos to Athens
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
12 h 35 m
Average duration
14 h
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Skopelos to Athens will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Skopelos for Athens on Sun, Mar 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 29 the direct ferries cover the 264 km distance in an average of 14 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 12 h 35 m .
On Sun, Mar 29 the slowest ferries will take 15 h 25 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.




Skopelos to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 12h35 | Sailing Days Mon |
Live departures
Skopelos to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Skopelos to Athens ferries for today, Friday, March 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:00 AM Skopelos | 15h25 | 9:25 PM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Skopelos | 12h35 | 4:35 AM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Skopelos to Athens
Ferries from Skopelos to Athens run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 10m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) 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 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
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 $54 (€44). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Skopelos to Athens
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
Popular ports from Skopelos to Athens
- 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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