Ferry from Alonissos to Skopelos

Alonissos to Skopelos is the shortest crossing in the Sporades, fifteen to twenty-five minutes depending on the boat. Both Seajets, with the Speedrunner Jets, and Aegean Flying Dolphins, with Eagle Jet 2 and Erato, work the link, and the islands are close enough that you barely have time to buy a coffee. It is the local commuter run as much as a tourist route.

Skopelos is the greener, quieter neighbour of Skiathos, thickly pine-forested and known internationally as a Mamma Mia! filming location. The port sits directly below Skopelos Town, whose white houses and churches climb the hillside in tiers straight above the quay, so you arrive into the middle of the town rather than at an outlying harbour. Beaches such as Kastani and Stafylos are a short bus or taxi ride away.

The route runs several times a day in season, which makes a day trip perfectly practical in either direction. Current sailings, vessels and fares are shown in the table below, starting around €12. Note that Skopelos has a second port at Glossa, at the far end of the island, so check which one your ticket is for.

Alonissos to Skopelos Ferry Fares

Weekly Alonissos to Skopelos Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

Hiring a car

Can you rent a car in Skopelos?

Yes, several agencies operate within walking distance of Skopelos Town port, with free parking on the harbour front once you arrive. A car is genuinely useful here for reaching Mamma Mia filming locations like Kastani and Agios Ioannis beaches, which have good road links but sit some way from town; a compact or small SUV copes best with the terrain. Compare prices at Discover Cars.

Can you rent a car on Alonissos?

Yes, several agencies operate in and around Patitiri, the small port town where ferries dock. A car is handy for reaching the Old Town, Chora, about 3.5km uphill, and the beaches scattered along the east coast, though scooters and taxis cover the same ground on this compact island. Book ahead in August when local supply is limited. Compare prices at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Alonissos to Skopelos between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Alonissos to Skopelos ferry

• Many short-hop vessels do not have toilet facilities; use facilities at the port before boarding.
• On very short crossings of under 30 minutes, the vessel may not fully dock – passengers sometimes disembark via a small gangway onto a floating pontoon.
• Cancellation policies vary by operator – most offer a full refund if cancelled more than 24 hours before departure, but read the small print before you book.
• In Skopelos, the densely forested hillsides, cobblestone-paved Chora, and over 360 churches make this one of the greenest and most characterful islands in the Sporades. The clifftop chapel of Agios Ioannis – the iconic location used in the film Mamma Mia – is reached by a steep flight of steps and rewards climbers with extraordinary sea views.

Plan a journey

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