Ferry from Thessaloniki to Skiathos
3h 10m · from €36.00 · 1 operator
Thessaloniki to Skiathos at a glance
Ferries from Thessaloniki to Skiathos are scheduled 10 times over the next 14 days, roughly 5 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 07:00 and the latest is 08:30. The crossing takes 3h 10m. The route is served by 1 operator: Seajets. Published fares start from €36.00. There are sailings on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 5 September 2026.
Tickets from
| Standard ticket | €36.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| Economy | €36.70 | Book now |
| Moto | €30.00 | Book now |
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 5 September 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Thessaloniki to Skiathos Route Map
Thessaloniki to Skiathos is the quickest of the Sporades runs from the city, worked by Seajets with the Speedrunner Jet in a little over three hours. Fares start around €36. It is a fast craft with airline-style indoor seating, so it saves a long drive down to Volos and the conventional ferries but is more likely to be affected by rough weather.
Skiathos is the liveliest of the Sporades, cosmopolitan for its size and busy through the summer with a well-established resort and nightlife scene. The harbour and town share the island's name, with the small fortified islet of Bourtzi jutting out from the waterfront. Most people come for the beaches, Koukounaries and Lalaria being the best-known.
The service runs several times a week in season only. The current timetable and fares are shown below. Skiathos has its own airport and is the busiest port in the group, with frequent local links on to Skopelos and Alonissos.
Thessaloniki to Skiathos Ferry Fares
Tickets from €36.00.
Ticket classes by operator
Published tariffs for a single adult or vehicle, one way. These are operator list prices and do not vary by vessel.
Seajets
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Economy | passenger | €36.70 |
| SILVER | passenger | €56.60 |
| Club - Business | passenger | €73.70 |
| Platinum | passenger | €113.30 |
| Moto | vehicle | €30.00 |
| Moto 3-4 Wheels | vehicle | €44.70 |
| Car < 4.25m | vehicle | €83.30 |
| Car > 4.25m | vehicle | €103.00 |
Weekly Thessaloniki to Skiathos 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seajets | Speedrunner Jet high-speed | 07:00 | 10:10 | 3h 10m | now to 2026-09-05 | Book the Speedrunner Jet sailing | ||
| Seajets | Speedrunner Jet high-speed | 08:30 | 11:40 | 3h 10m | now to 2026-09-03 | Book the Speedrunner Jet sailing |
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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 Thessaloniki to Skiathos between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 07:00 | 10:10 | 3h 10m | Speedrunner Jet | Seajets |
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 07:00 | 10:10 | 3h 10m | Speedrunner Jet | Seajets |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 08:30 | 11:40 | 3h 10m | Speedrunner Jet | Seajets |
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 07:00 | 10:10 | 3h 10m | Speedrunner Jet | Seajets |
| Sat 2026-08-29 | 07:00 | 10:10 | 3h 10m | Speedrunner Jet | Seajets |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 07:00 | 10:10 | 3h 10m | Speedrunner Jet | Seajets |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 07:00 | 10:10 | 3h 10m | Speedrunner Jet | Seajets |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 08:30 | 11:40 | 3h 10m | Speedrunner Jet | Seajets |
| Fri 2026-09-04 | 07:00 | 10:10 | 3h 10m | Speedrunner Jet | Seajets |
| Sat 2026-09-05 | 07:00 | 10:10 | 3h 10m | Speedrunner Jet | Seajets |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Thessaloniki to Skiathos?
Ferries from Thessaloniki to Skiathos 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 Saturday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 5 September 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Thessaloniki to Skiathos today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Thessaloniki to Skiathos today. Departure time: 07:00.
How many ferries run from Thessaloniki to Skiathos this week?
5 sailings from Thessaloniki to Skiathos are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Thessaloniki to Skiathos?
Scheduled departures from Thessaloniki to Skiathos leave at 07:00 and 08:30.
How long is the ferry from Thessaloniki to Skiathos?
The crossing from Thessaloniki to Skiathos takes 3h 10m.
How much does the Thessaloniki to Skiathos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Thessaloniki to Skiathos ferry start from €36.00. Taking a vehicle is published from €30.00. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Thessaloniki to Skiathos route?
The Thessaloniki to Skiathos route is served by Seajets. Crossings run on high-speed vessels.
Tips for the Thessaloniki to Skiathos ferry
- Check the marine weather forecast for your crossing the evening before departure; the Hellenic National Meteorological Service (EMY) publishes forecasts for all sea areas.
- A light cardigan or jacket is still useful in summer – the spray and wind on open deck can make even a 30°C day feel cool when the vessel is at speed.
- 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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