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The easiest way to get there is to fly to the neighbouring island of Skiathos and take the ferry across. You can also reach Skopelos by ferry from ports on the Greek mainland, such as Volos and Agios Konstantinos.",{"type":274,"attrs":510,"content":511},{"level":500,"textAlign":143},[512],{"text":513,"type":280},"How do you get from Skiathos to Skopelos?",{"type":282,"attrs":515,"content":516},{"textAlign":143},[517],{"text":518,"type":280},"You get from Skiathos to Skopelos by ferry or fast boat from Skiathos port, which is close to the airport. The crossing is short, and in summer there are several departures a day to Skopelos Town and Glossa. 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