The port of Volos is the closest mainland port to the Northern Sporades. Ferries and fast boats leave from the passenger terminal on the city waterfront for Skiathos, Skopelos and Alonissos, all year round. Here is what you need to know before you travel.
Who sails from Volos
Two companies run most of the sailings. SeaJets operates conventional ferries that also carry cars, and faster catamarans. Aegean Flying Dolphins operates passenger-only hydrofoils. The usual order of stops is Volos – Skiathos – Glossa (Skopelos) – Skopelos Town – Alonissos, although some boats skip a stop.
How long the crossing takes
| From Volos to | Fast boat | Conventional ferry |
|---|---|---|
| Skiathos | ~1 h 30 min | ~2 h 30 min |
| Glossa (Skopelos) | ~2 h | ~3 h |
| Skopelos Town | ~2 h 30 min | ~3 h 30 min – 4 h |
| Alonissos | ~3 h | ~4 h 30 min – 5 h |
Times change with the boat and the season. In summer there are several sailings a day, in winter only a few a week, so always check the current timetable with the ferry company before you plan.
Tickets and tips
- Book ahead in July and August, especially if you take a car: car spaces on the ferries sell out first.
- Fast boats are more sensitive to wind. On windy days hydrofoils can be cancelled while the bigger ferries still sail, so leave some time between your boat and your flight.
- Be at the port at least 30 minutes before departure, or about an hour if you take a car on board.
- Skiathos also has its own airport, so some visitors fly into Skiathos and take the ferry the other way.
Getting to Volos port
The passenger terminal is in the centre of Volos, a short walk from the main squares. The KTEL bus station and the train station are a few minutes away.
| From | Driving time | Car (1–3) | Minivan (4–7) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volos Airport (VOL) | ~30 min | 86 € | 150 € |
| Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) | ~2 h 30 min | 285 € | 411 € |
| Athens Airport (ATH) | ~3 h 30 min | 380 € | 475 € |
Coming back from the islands to Pelion? We meet you at the ferry exit with a name sign and follow the boat if it is late. From the port to any village in Zone A (Portaria, Makrinitsa, Agria, Milies, Kala Nera) costs 63 € by car, and to Zone B (Tsagarada, Zagora, Agios Ioannis, Damouchari) 95 €. Prices are per vehicle, one way (November 2026).
Book your transfer to or from the port: see all prices from Volos port, or call us on +30 24210 32171.
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