Operated by Blue Star Ferries on the Chora Alonissos, Volos Alonissos, Glossa Alonissos, Skiathos Alonissos, Volos Chora, Glossa Chora, Skiathos Chora, Skiathos Glossa, Volos Glossa & Volos Skiathos routes
The passenger car ferry Express Skiathos was built in 1996 in Greece and is the smallest conventional ferry operated by Hellenic Seaways. Express Skiathos has a passenger capacity of 1390 passengers and can carry up to 184 cars in its garages. The ship has four outer decks which can be accessed by passengers wishing to take in a different view whilst travelling, on decks 1 and 2 there is plenty of outer seating available.
There are no cabins on board however seating is available to book in three different lounges, Economy class 1, Economy class 2 or A class. All lounges are equipped with a bar area to purchase refreshments from.
Please Note: Whilst we have taken great care in making our Express Skiathos guide as accurate as possible, onboard facilities, services and entertainment may vary depending on the date and time of year that you travel, facilities mentioned may change without notification and ferry companies reserve the right to operate vessels other than those mentioned at time of booking without prior notification.
97% of our customers recommended this ship
"Ferry from Glossa to Skiathos "
Booked ferry tickets via Direct Ferries - very straightforward process and received instant confirmation email. Able to check in online with ferry company so no need to collect tickets at port. Will definitely use this booking process again
Reviewed by Tracy who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Comfortable trip and fairly friendly staff "
As usual, had a comfortable trip. The staff was fairly friendly. Punctuality.
Reviewed by Anonymous who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Excellent service"
Excellent value and efficiency. As a Brit watching (and being part of) the loading and unloading of the ferry is something else. Lots of waving Greeks with whistles but no one gets run over!
Reviewed by John who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Speedy service 😁"
The ship was a little late, as was the ferry on the way to Skopelos. If you are timing to get to the airport etc, I would definitely get a much earlier ferry just to be safe. Other than that it was a quick journey and very cheap.
Reviewed by Michael who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Good ferry"
No issues, very busy on the larger ferry. Skycat5 from Skiathos to Alonnisos very nice. Larger ferry back and a bit chaotic although could sit up top rather than inside
Reviewed by Anonymous who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Brilliant Service"
Great help at the port. ferry was on time for departure and arrival, and ship clean and welcoming. What's not to like!
Reviewed by David who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Easy sailing"
Very good
Reviewed by Oscar who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Great trip"
Although only a short crossing of a couple of hours it was great, clean and comfortable surroundings and the couple of questions I asked were dealt with quickly and efficiently, definately use them again. 😀
Reviewed by Anonymous who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Skiatos ferry"
Exellent ship, professional staf
Reviewed by Vladan who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Ferry experience "
Excellent experience tickets easy to get from booking office ferries on time excellent journey on the fast cat on the return journey will travel again with Hellenic
Reviewed by Stephen who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Cat-tastic"
The Flying Cat service between the Sporades islands is world class, comfortable, quick and after the traditional argy bargy negotiating continental non queuing; the ferry is one of the best services we've ever used.
Reviewed by Anonymous who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Trouble free 5 star Experience"
Fantastic prompt and reliable service. Easy booked on line and excellent communication throughout Will definately use again..
Reviewed by Alan who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"An efficient service"
Punctual and clean ferry.
Reviewed by Filippo Antonio who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Greek efficient"
Punctuale, accurate, clean... Perfect!
Reviewed by Filippo Antonio who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Troublesome with the luggage on the return"
The trip to Skopelos with flying cat went very well, but the journey back to Skiathos was complicated. We were not shown where to put our luggage so we had to carry them up some very steep steps, very heavy and troublesome! Would wish for the staff to tell us where to put our bags, would've been a lot easier!
Reviewed by Berit who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Trip"
Clean ships, competent staff. The return from Alonissos to Skiathos was 1 hour delay
Reviewed by Immacolata who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Transfer Skiathos-Skopelos"
Punctual and accurate trip. All perfect! Thaks Mauro
Reviewed by Anonymous who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Great ferry trip"
outward with the regular ferry from Skopelos to Alonissos, The Skiathos Express. Very neat and clean. Luggage could be left on the car deck so you do not have to climb with heavy suitcases. The boat arrived fifteen minutes late, but that was not a problem. It was a very nice trip on a calm sea. For the return journey, I, due to unforseen circumstances, changed the departure and travelled on board the direct Flying Cat 5 from Alonissos to Skiathos. It was an exciting experience. The ship was very neat, on time and well organised. Fixed seats. just like in an airplane. Only, a part of the journey (from Skopelos to Glossa) got really, really wild. You could not walk around without wobbling too much. We were immediately handed plastic bags by stewards. Very thoughtful. And all in all a very good, quick trip.
Reviewed by Natascha who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"All perfect"
Ferry on time and excellent service
Reviewed by Anonymous who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Always on time"
Great part of the holiday! Surprisingly always on time (spot on time!) Spotlessly clean. We sat out on the deck at the back and we even saw Dolphins!!!!
Reviewed by Gary who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos