How to travel from Corfu to Skiros, Greece

The distance between Corfu and Skiros is around 534km (332 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2hrs.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Corfu to Skiros by ferry, bus and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Corfu (CFU) to Skyros (SKU).

  • Duration2hrs
  • Flight time1h 40m
  • Typical cost
    €175($175)
Operated by

Aegean Airlines

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Athens and then to Skýros.

  • Duration9h 50m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €85($85)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

2 similiar routes

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Corfu and Skiros

There are several options for getting from Corfu to Skiros by ferry, bus and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €85 ($85) and will take around 9h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €175 ($175).

The distance between Corfu and Skiros is around 534km (332 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 410km (255 miles)

It takes around 9h 50m to get from Corfu and Skiros by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Corfu to Skiros is to fly which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx €175 ($175).

The cheapest way to travel between Corfu and Skiros is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €85 ($85) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Corfu and Skiros. We recommend that you fly from Corfu (CFU) to Skyros (SKU). instead which will take 2hrs.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Corfu and Skiros. We recommend that you fly from Corfu (CFU) to Skyros (SKU). instead which will take 2hrs.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Corfu and Skiros. The ferry typically takes around 9h 50m and departs 5 times a week.

KTEL Kerkyras and KTEL Evias run the ferry services between Corfu and Skiros. Ferries run 5 times a week and take around 9h 50m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Corfu and Skiros. Flights depart from Corfu (CFU) and arrive at Skyros (SKU) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 40m.

There is no direct flight from Corfu to Skiros. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Corfu to Skiros typically takes around 1h 40m. Flights depart from Corfu (CFU) and and arrive into Skyros (SKU).

The closest major airport to Skiros is Skiros Airport (SKU) (SKU) which is approximately 6km (4 miles) from Skiros. Athens International Airport (ATH) (ATH) and Lemnos International Airport (LXS) (LXS) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Corfu to Skiros. We recommend that you take a ferry to Athens and then to Skýros. instead which will take 9h 50m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Corfu to Skiros is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 9h 50m and will usually cost around €85 ($85).

How do I get from Corfu to Skiros

Compare travel optionsbetween Corfu and Skiros

Transport options from Corfu to Skiros
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2hrs
€175($175)
hourly534km (332 miles)
Ferry + 2 similar
9h 50m
€85($85)
5 times a week710km (441 miles)
Ferry and Bus9h 45m
€95($95)
once daily726km (451 miles)
Ferry to Igoumenitsa, bus11h 55m
€95($95)
once daily710km (441 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Corfu and Skiros

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Airports near Skiros

The following major airports near Skiros offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.

SKU
Skiros Airport (SKU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
6km (4 miles) from Skiros
ATH
Athens International Airport (ATH)
International Airport
Distance
116km (72 miles) from Skiros
LXS
Lemnos International Airport (LXS)
International Airport
Distance
132km (82 miles) from Skiros