Ferry from Skiathos to Glossa (Skopelos)
15m · from €10.00 · 1 operator
Skiathos to Glossa at a glance
Ferries from Skiathos to Glossa (Skopelos) are scheduled 10 times over the next 14 days, roughly 5 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 15:40 and the latest is 16:40. The crossing takes 15m. The route is served by 1 operator: Aegean Flying Dolphins. Published fares start from €17.00 on a high-speed vessel. There are sailings on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 30 October 2026.
Tickets from
| High-speed vessel | €17.00 | Book now |
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Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 30 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Skiathos to Glossa Route Map
Skiathos to Glossa is the shortest and most frequent crossing in the Sporades, ten minutes on the quickest fast craft and up to three quarters of an hour on the conventional boats that take a longer routing. Five operators appear on the route, among them Seajets, Aegean Flying Dolphins, Mantoudi Lines and Sporades Lines, with vessels including Eagle Jet 2, Erato, Nissos Aegina and Petroula. In practice you rarely wait long for something going that way.
Glossa is the hilltop second town of Skopelos, and its port is Loutraki, sitting immediately below the village. The two names are used interchangeably on timetables, which trips people up, so expect to land at Loutraki and climb, by road, steps or bus, to Glossa itself. The village is quieter and more traditional than Skopelos Town, with views back across to Skiathos.
With sailings many times a day through the season this works easily as a day trip in either direction. Current departures, operators and fares are shown in the table below, starting around €10. Buses run from Glossa along the island to Skopelos Town if you are carrying on.
Skiathos to Glossa Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €17.00 on a high-speed vessel. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel | €17.00 | Aegean Flying Dolphins | Erato |
Weekly Skiathos to Glossa Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aegean Flying Dolphins | Erato high-speed | 15:40 | 15:55 | 15m | €17.00 | 2026-10-01 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Erato sailing | |
| Aegean Flying Dolphins | Erato high-speed | 16:40 | 16:55 | 15m | €17.00 | 2026-10-04 to 2026-10-25 | Book the Erato 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.
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 Skiathos to Glossa between 4 October 2026 and 17 October 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 2026-10-04 | 16:40 | 16:55 | 15m | Erato | Aegean Flying Dolphins |
| Mon 2026-10-05 | 15:40 | 15:55 | 15m | Erato | Aegean Flying Dolphins |
| Tue 2026-10-06 | 15:40 | 15:55 | 15m | Erato | Aegean Flying Dolphins |
| Thu 2026-10-08 | 15:40 | 15:55 | 15m | Erato | Aegean Flying Dolphins |
| Fri 2026-10-09 | 15:40 | 15:55 | 15m | Erato | Aegean Flying Dolphins |
| Sun 2026-10-11 | 16:40 | 16:55 | 15m | Erato | Aegean Flying Dolphins |
| Mon 2026-10-12 | 15:40 | 15:55 | 15m | Erato | Aegean Flying Dolphins |
| Tue 2026-10-13 | 15:40 | 15:55 | 15m | Erato | Aegean Flying Dolphins |
| Thu 2026-10-15 | 15:40 | 15:55 | 15m | Erato | Aegean Flying Dolphins |
| Fri 2026-10-16 | 15:40 | 15:55 | 15m | Erato | Aegean Flying Dolphins |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Skiathos to Glossa?
Ferries from Skiathos to Glossa (Skopelos) are scheduled 10 times over the next 14 days, roughly 5 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 30 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Skiathos to Glossa today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Skiathos to Glossa (Skopelos) today. Departure time: 16:40.
How many ferries run from Skiathos to Glossa this week?
5 sailings from Skiathos to Glossa (Skopelos) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Skiathos to Glossa?
Scheduled departures from Skiathos to Glossa (Skopelos) leave at 15:40 and 16:40.
How long is the ferry from Skiathos to Glossa?
The crossing from Skiathos to Glossa (Skopelos) takes 15m.
How much does the Skiathos to Glossa ferry cost?
Published fares for the Skiathos to Glossa (Skopelos) ferry start from €17.00 on a high-speed vessel. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Skiathos to Glossa route?
The Skiathos to Glossa (Skopelos) route is served by Aegean Flying Dolphins. Crossings run on high-speed vessels.
Tips for the Skiathos to Glossa ferry
- In July and August the port gets very busy with car queues and day-trip crowds, so arrive at least an hour before departure – earlier still if you are travelling with a vehicle that needs loading time.
- Skiathos has no single ferry ticket office – each shipping company sells from its own booth near the corner of Papadiamantis Street, so check in advance which operator you are travelling with rather than queuing at the wrong window.
- Head for Skiathos's New Harbour, not the Old Port used for boat tours and water taxis, when catching the Skopelos ferry – it is a short walk from the town centre and about 15–20 minutes on foot from the airport.
- Board early to secure a good seat on open-plan ferries – the best spots near windows and on the outside deck fill quickly.
- Some operators offer loyalty discounts for repeat bookings – if you travel regularly in Greece, it is worth registering an account with the major companies.
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