Ferry from Platanias to Skiathos

Platanias on the South Pelion coast to Skiathos is the shortest way onto the Sporades from this stretch of mainland, around half an hour on Mantoudi Lines' Zefyros on the direct runs. Sailings that call elsewhere on the way stretch to about an hour and a half, so it is worth checking which pattern applies. It is a short open-water crossing at the end of the peninsula.

Skiathos is the busiest and liveliest of the Sporades for its size, with a strong resort and nightlife scene alongside its beaches. Koukounaries and Lalaria are the best-known stretches of sand, and the town harbour is dominated by the Bourtzi, a small fortified islet joined to the waterfront. The island has its own airport, so it is well supplied and easy to leave from.

Sailings run a couple of times a day in season, which makes this a practical option rather than a fallback. Current departures and fares are shown in the table below, with fares starting around thirteen euro. From Skiathos there are frequent onward boats to Skopelos and Alonissos.

Platanias to Skiathos Ferry Fares

Tickets from €13.00.

Weekly Platanias to Skiathos 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

Is it worth hiring a car on Skiathos?

Skiathos is small and hilly, with a public bus running a numbered route between the town and Koukounaries beach that covers most visitors' needs. A car or 4x4 is worth it if you want the quieter beaches reached by dirt roads, though free car parks at popular spots like Vromolimnos fill up by mid-morning in summer. Compare hire options at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Platanias to Skiathos ferry

• The Beaufort scale is used on all official Greek weather and maritime forecasts; it is worth familiarising yourself with what each force number means in practice.
• Economy deck class is the cheapest option and perfectly comfortable on short crossings – you have access to indoor seating, outside decks, and all onboard facilities.
• Watch for swell forecasts as well as wind speed – residual swell from a previous day's storm can make a crossing rough even when current wind is light.
• If you are at a small island when a multi-day storm hits, accommodation will fill quickly as stranded passengers compete for rooms – secure yours immediately.
• Once you arrive in Skiathos, over 60 beaches – many of them pine-fringed – line the island's coastline, with the famous Koukounaries beach among the finest in the Aegean. The island also offers historic sites, lively nightlife in Skiathos Town, and hiking trails through the forested interior.

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