Ferry from Kymi to Skyros

Kymi to Skyros takes about an hour and three quarters aboard the Achilleas, the Skyros Shipping vessel that keeps the island connected. The crossing runs east from Evia into open water, and it can be lively when the meltemi is blowing. This is the only regular ferry link to Skyros.

The boat docks at Linaria, a small harbour on the island's west coast some way from Chora, the main town, which sits uphill inland. Buses meet the ferry for the run across. Skyros keeps its own character, with distinctive architecture, strong folk traditions, the Skyrian ponies and good beaches, and stays quieter than the rest of the Sporades.

There are usually two or three sailings a day in summer and fewer out of season; the timetable and current fares are shown below. On the mainland side the ferry uses Paralia Kymis, the port a few kilometres below Kymi town itself, and buses run down from Athens to meet the boat.

Weekly Kymi to Skyros Ferry Schedule

What each ferry company has published for the four weeks from 13 November 2026 to 10 December 2026: the days it sails and its departure times from Kymi.

Kymi to Skyros Ferry Fares

Tickets from €8.70.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Kymi to Skyros between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Kymi to Skyros ferry

• Lightning storms are possible in spring and autumn; they are usually short-lived and rarely affect ferry operations, but can cause brief delays at loading.
• The meltemi blows from the north-north-west; routes that run east–west are more exposed than those running north–south along a chain of islands.
• A lightweight drybag or small tote is handy for beach days on islands – it doubles as your day bag on short crossings when you leave your main bag at the hotel.
• Greek Easter is the most important travel event of the year; ferry tickets from Athens to the islands are sold out months ahead – plan accordingly.
• Vehicle dimensions and weight affect your ferry fare; double-check the operator's measurement categories if you are driving an unusually large or heavy vehicle.

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