Ferry from Alonissos to Volos

Alonissos to Volos is the main link between the eastern Sporades and the Thessaly mainland, worked by Seajets and Aegean Flying Dolphins. The fast craft, Eagle Jet 2 and Erato among them, take under three hours, while the conventional Superstar Ii runs closer to five with calls at Skopelos and Skiathos on the way. The fast boats are the ones to book if you have a train or bus connection at the other end.

Volos is a working port city on the Pagasetic Gulf and the ferry berth is right in the centre, a few minutes from the promenade and its tsipouradika, the bars that serve tsipouro with plates of mezedes. It is the gateway to the Pelion peninsula, with its forested slopes and stone villages, and it has the rail and bus connections to Athens and Thessaloniki. Most travellers pass through, but the waterfront is a decent place to kill a few hours.

There are sailings most days through the season, several a day at the height of summer, and the schedule reduces considerably in winter. Departures, vessels and current fares are shown in the table below, starting around €43.70. Volos is the busiest mainland hub for Sporades traffic, so if a sailing is full there is usually another within a few hours.

Alonissos to Volos Ferry Fares

Weekly Alonissos to Volos 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 Volos?

Yes, with several agencies operating around the port, which sits in the centre of town rather than off on its own. Volos itself is easily walkable, but a car is worth having if you plan to explore the Pelion peninsula before or after catching a ferry to the Sporades. Compare options 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 Volos between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Alonissos to Volos ferry

• Alcohol makes seasickness worse; if the crossing is rough, stick to water and plain foods.
• Fresh air almost always helps with sea sickness – going outside on deck and looking at the horizon is more effective than staying in an enclosed saloon.
• In Volos, the lively waterfront promenade lined with tsipouradika – traditional ouzo-and-meze bars – makes the city a rewarding stop in its own right. The city is also the gateway to the Pelion Peninsula, a region of chestnut-forested mountain villages, traditional stone architecture, and excellent beaches on the Pagasetic Gulf coast.

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