Ferry from Platanias to Glossa (Skopelos)

1h to 1h 10m · 1 operator

By Dave Briggs

Platanias to Glossa at a glance

Ferries from Platanias to Glossa (Skopelos) are scheduled 28 times over the next 14 days, about 2 a day. The earliest departure in that window is 05:50 and the latest is 13:30. The crossing takes between 1h and 1h 10m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Mantoudi Lines. There are sailings on all seven days during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 31 October 2026.

Sailings / 14 days28
Per day2.0
First departure05:50
Last departure13:30
Fastest1h
Slowest1h 10m
Operators1
Sailings in the next fortnight run on all seven days
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Operators have published this route's timetable to 31 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.

Platanias to Glossa takes about an hour on Mantoudi Lines' Zefyros, crossing from the South Pelion coast to the northern end of Skopelos. Most sailings call at Skiathos on the way, which accounts for the modest difference in timings. It is a short and generally straightforward run in settled summer weather.

Boats dock at Loutraki, the harbour that serves the hilltop village of Glossa above it, so the port name and the village name differ. Glossa itself is a traditional settlement with a quieter, more everyday feel than Skopelos Town, with views across to Skiathos and Alonissos. The climb up from the port is steep, and there are taxis and a local bus for those not walking it.

Sailings run a couple of times a day in season, so day trips and short hops both work. Current departures and fares are listed below. From Glossa the island road runs down to Skopelos Town, which has the fuller set of ferry connections.

Platanias to Glossa Ferry Fares

No published fares for this route yet.

Weekly Platanias to Glossa Ferry Schedule

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

OperatorVesselDaysDepartsArrivesDurationFromSeasonBook
Mantoudi LinesZefyros local boat
all seven days		05:5006:501hnow to 2026-10-31Book the Zefyros sailing
Mantoudi LinesZefyros local boat
all seven days		13:3014:401h 10mnow to 2026-10-31Book the Zefyros sailing

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Hiring a car

Can you rent a car at Glossa on Skopelos?

Yes, small local agencies operate right at Loutraki, Glossa's port, some barely 100 metres from the pier. Many online booking platforms, though, list pickup at Skopelos Town instead, about 28km and a 40-45 minute drive away, so check the exact pickup point before booking. If you're staying near Glossa, a local agency at the port is simplest; otherwise compare options at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Platanias to Glossa between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.

DateDepartsArrivesDurationVesselOperator
Mon 2026-08-2405:5006:501hZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Mon 2026-08-2413:3014:401h 10mZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Tue 2026-08-2505:5006:501hZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Tue 2026-08-2513:3014:401h 10mZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Wed 2026-08-2605:5006:501hZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Wed 2026-08-2613:3014:401h 10mZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Thu 2026-08-2705:5006:501hZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Thu 2026-08-2713:3014:401h 10mZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Fri 2026-08-2805:5006:501hZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Fri 2026-08-2813:3014:401h 10mZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Sat 2026-08-2905:5006:501hZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Sat 2026-08-2913:3014:401h 10mZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Sun 2026-08-3005:5006:501hZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Sun 2026-08-3013:3014:401h 10mZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Mon 2026-08-3105:5006:501hZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Mon 2026-08-3113:3014:401h 10mZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Tue 2026-09-0105:5006:501hZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Tue 2026-09-0113:3014:401h 10mZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Wed 2026-09-0205:5006:501hZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Wed 2026-09-0213:3014:401h 10mZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Thu 2026-09-0305:5006:501hZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Thu 2026-09-0313:3014:401h 10mZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Fri 2026-09-0405:5006:501hZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Fri 2026-09-0413:3014:401h 10mZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Sat 2026-09-0505:5006:501hZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Sat 2026-09-0513:3014:401h 10mZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Sun 2026-09-0605:5006:501hZefyrosMantoudi Lines
Sun 2026-09-0613:3014:401h 10mZefyrosMantoudi Lines

Frequently Asked Questions

How often do ferries run from Platanias to Glossa?

Ferries from Platanias to Glossa (Skopelos) are scheduled 28 times over the next 14 days, about 2 a day. In that fortnight there are departures on all seven days. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 31 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.

Are there ferries from Platanias to Glossa today?

Yes, there are 2 sailings from Platanias to Glossa (Skopelos) today. Departure times: 05:50 and 13:30.

How many ferries run from Platanias to Glossa this week?

14 sailings from Platanias to Glossa (Skopelos) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 2 a day on the days it runs.

What time is the first ferry from Platanias to Glossa?

Scheduled departures from Platanias to Glossa (Skopelos) leave at 05:50 and 13:30.

How long is the ferry from Platanias to Glossa?

The fastest crossing from Platanias to Glossa (Skopelos) takes 1h and the slowest 1h 10m.

Which ferry companies operate the Platanias to Glossa route?

The Platanias to Glossa (Skopelos) route is served by Mantoudi Lines. Crossings run on local boats.

Tips for the Platanias to Glossa ferry

  • 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.
  • Name corrections on ferry tickets are usually possible up to a few hours before departure – contact the operator promptly if you notice a spelling error.
  • At the destination port, the gangway opens as soon as the vessel is secured – gather your belongings before arrival so you can disembark promptly.

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Timetable data as published by the operators. Updated 16 August 2026.