Ferry from Skopelos to Thessaloniki

This is a long-haul run north from the Sporades to Greece's second city, taking a shade under four hours on the Seajets fast craft Speedrunner Jet. The boat crosses open water up the Aegean coast, and it is a considerably longer sitting than the short island hops most people take in this group. Skopelos Town's harbour is the departure point, tucked below the hillside town.

Thessaloniki is a major mainland city and port in central Macedonia, with a large working harbour close to the city centre and its long waterfront promenade. Arriving here puts you within reach of the city's museums, markets and the archaeological sites of the north, rather than at a small island quayside. It also has a large international airport and rail links, so it works well as an end point for a trip.

The route runs on a seasonal basis, roughly daily during the summer months and not at all outside it. Current departures, operators and fares are shown in the table below. From Thessaloniki there are onward connections to Halkidiki, the Sporades in reverse, and the northern mainland generally.

Skopelos to Thessaloniki Ferry Fares

Weekly Skopelos to Thessaloniki 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 Skopelos?

Yes, several agencies operate within walking distance of Skopelos Town port, with free parking on the harbour front once you arrive. A car is genuinely useful here for reaching Mamma Mia filming locations like Kastani and Agios Ioannis beaches, which have good road links but sit some way from town; a compact or small SUV copes best with the terrain. Compare prices at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Skopelos to Thessaloniki between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Skopelos to Thessaloniki ferry

• Confirm your ticket says "Skopelos Town" and not "Glossa" or "Loutraki" – these are two separate ports on opposite sides of the island, roughly 25 kilometres apart by road, and boarding at the wrong one means an unplanned taxi ride across Skopelos.
• Arrive at Skopelos Town port at least 30 minutes before your sailing – ferry companies close boarding shortly before departure, and if you are travelling with a vehicle allow closer to an hour to load.
• Even if you have booked online, you will usually need to exchange your booking for a printed boarding pass at one of the ferry agency offices along the Skopelos Town waterfront before you can board.
• Check whether your booking confirmation requires you to collect a physical ticket from the operator's port office – some agents issue vouchers that need exchanging.
• On conventional ferries, the centre of the vessel at the waterline is the most stable point; if you feel unwell, move there and focus on the horizon.

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