Operated by Hellenic Seaways on the Alonissos Chora, Alonissos Glossa, Alonissos Skiathos, Alonissos Volos, Chora Glossa, Chora Skiathos, Chora Volos, Glossa Skiathos, Glossa Volos & Skiathos Volos 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.
96% of our customers recommended this ship
"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 06 September 2016 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 17 August 2016 by Alan who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"An efficient service"
Punctual and clean ferry.
Reviewed 23 September 2015 by Filippo Antonio who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Greek efficient"
Punctuale, accurate, clean... Perfect!
Reviewed 23 September 2015 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 14 September 2015 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 06 September 2015 by Immacolata who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Transfer Skiathos-Skopelos"
Punctual and accurate trip. All perfect! Thaks Mauro
Reviewed 10 August 2015 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 28 July 2015 by Natascha who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"All perfect"
Ferry on time and excellent service
Reviewed 17 July 2015 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 06 July 2015 by Gary who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Efficient service and nice staff"
Perfect! Punctual, kind staff, efficient website! I recommend it!
Reviewed 06 July 2015 by Anonymous who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"To Skopelos"
Great smooth trip via Alonysos, perfect end to our journey and on the return one of the staff members found my wifes sunglasses. Office staff in the booking office on Skopelos and Skiathos were very helpful and could speak excellent English. Will use next year for sure!
Reviewed 19 June 2015 by Andrea who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Easy way to travel"
Ferry arrived promptly, lovely way to travel, staff helpful, so easy to prebook tickets would definitely recommend.
Reviewed 29 May 2015 by Sarah who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"all good"
all good
Reviewed 14 September 2014 by Gaia who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Glorious sunset cruise"
The ship is lovely, it was such a fantastic day though that I can't comment on the facilities I spent the whole evening sitting out on the open deck, wind in my hair and having a wonderful time admiring the beauty of the route. My one tip for users would be that your e-mail is not your ticket - you have to exchange it at the office which is in a shop on the street opposite the port. This is not obvious, if like us you arrive on foot from the bus station side of Volos. Therefore having got on board and up the stairs I had to go back and exchange the e-mail for tickets - luckily we arrived with plenty of time so it was not an issue for us.
Reviewed 31 August 2014 by Anonymous who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"perfect"
great
Reviewed 30 August 2014 by Alessandra who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"bad experience"
We travelled on the 16/08 from Skopelos to Skiathos. When you board the ferry the staff ask you to put all your luggages in a specific area. Someone stole our bags because no-one is controlling the area.
Reviewed 27 August 2014 by Anonymous who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Quickly and Conveniently"
The quickly and conveniently. The stops were a few minutes which helped even arrived ahead of schedule.
Reviewed 20 August 2014 by M. Eugenia who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"Skiatos skopelos"
on time
Reviewed 15 August 2014 by Andrea who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos
"excellent partner"
all perfect, on time, clean, safe
Reviewed 05 August 2014 by Stefano who travelled with Hellenic Seaways on Express Skiathos