What is the cheapest way to get from Athens to Skýros?

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Skýros is to bus and ferry which costs €35 - €50 and takes 3h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athens to Skýros?

The fastest way to get from Athens to Skýros is to fly which takes 1h 24m and costs €95 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Skýros?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Skýros. However, there are services departing from Athens - KTEL Liosion Street and arriving at Skýros via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Athens to Skýros?

The distance between Athens and Skýros is 167 km.

How do I travel from Athens to Skýros without a car?

The best way to get from Athens to Skýros without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 3h 44m and costs €35 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Athens to Skýros?

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Athens to Skýros, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Skýros bus from?

Athens to Skýros bus services, operated by KTEL Evias, depart from Athens - KTEL Liosion Street station.

Where does the Athens to Skýros bus arrive?

Athens to Skýros bus services, operated by KTEL Evias, arrive at Skýros station.

Where can I stay near Skýros?

There are 179+ hotels available in Skýros.

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There are 3 ways to get from Athens to Skýros by plane, busferry, car, or car ferry

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Skyros (SKU)plane ATH - SKU
1h 24m
€99–243
Bus and ferry
cheapest
1. Take the busferry from Athens - KTEL Liosion Street to Skýrosbusferry
3h 44m
€39–48
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Athens to Kymicar
2. Take the car ferry from Kymi to Skýroscarferry
4h 30m
€49–63

Athens International Airport (ATH) to Skyros (SKU) flights

6Weekly Planes

40 minAverage Duration

€55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166.7 km
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Skýros, Greece?

Olympic Air flies from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Skyros (SKU) 6 times a week. Alternatively, KTEL Evias operates a vehicle from Athens - KTEL Liosion Street to Skýros once daily. Tickets cost €29–40 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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