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Ferry to Azores Islands

You can get ferries to Azores Islands from a range of destinations including Horta, Sao Roque, Madalena, Vila Nova do Corvo & Santa Cruz. There are up to 100 ferries running per week. Ferries to Azores Islands are provided by 1 ferry operator; Atlanticoline. Book now with Direct Ferries and find a ferry to Azores Islands to suit you.


Sailing information: operators, timetables and routes

Azores Islands Ferry Timetable

The Azores Islands ferry timetable varies depending on the route you choose. The Horta to Madalena ferry sails approximately 27 times per week, with an average duration of about 30 minutes. The first ferry departs at 07:30 and the last ferry leaves at 17:15.

Meanwhile, the Sao Roque to Velas ferry sails 6 times per week, with an average duration of about 50 minutes. The first ferry departs at 07:45 and the last ferry departs at 23:10.

Azores Islands ferry operators

Ferries to Azores Islands are provided by 1 ferry operator; Atlanticoline.

Azores Islands ferry ports

There are 6 ferry ports in Azores Islands. Madalena is the most popular port with 4 daily and 27 weekly sailings.

How long is the ferry to Azores Islands?

The duration of the ferry to Azores Islands depends on the route. The longest route is Velas to Horta with an average duration of 2 hours 15 minutes, whilst the fastest route is Horta to Madalena with a journey time of 30 minutes.

Which is the fastest ferry to Azores Islands?

The fastest ferry to Azores Islands is Horta to Madalena. This journey usually takes 30 minutes and costs around £33.18 on average.

Popular Azores Islands ferry routes

The most popular ferry route to Azores Islands is the Horta to Madalena ferry with 27 weekly sailings and an average price of £33.18. The second most popular ferry to Azores Islands is the Sao Roque to Velas ferry with 6 weekly sailings and an average price of £58.23.

How do I get to the Azores Islands from the UK?

Unfortunately you cannot get a ferry from the UK to Azores Islands. You can however get a ferry from the UK to Spain. Popular UK to Spain ferry routes include Portsmouth to Santander, Portsmouth to Bilbao and Plymouth to Santander. Once you've reached Spain, you can then continue your journey onwards to Portugal and then the Azores Islands.

Where do ferries from Azores Islands go to?

Ferries from Azores Islands go to 6 ports. These include Horta, Sao Roque, Madalena, Vila Nova do Corvo & Santa Cruz.


Azores Islands ferry prices

How much does the ferry to Azores Islands cost?

The price of the ferry to Azores Islands varies depending on the route you choose. The Horta to Madalena ferry costs £33.18 on average whereas the Sao Roque to Velas ferry usually costs £58.23.

What is the cheapest way to get to Azores Islands?

The cheapest ferry to Azores Islands depends on the route, season, ferry company and whether you are travelling with a vehicle or not. Prices are generally cheaper for foot passengers. We recommend booking your ferry tickets to Azores Islands in advance to get them at the cheapest price.

The cheapest Azores Islands ferry is Horta to Madalena with an average price of £33.18. The journey takes approximately 30 minutes.


Azores Islands ferry travel with vehicles and pets

Can I travel as a foot passenger on the ferry to Azores Islands?

Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on Azores Islands ferries with Atlanticoline.

Can I take a car on the ferry to Azores Islands?

Yes, you can take your car on ferries to Azores Islands. Simply follow the signs at the port and staff will be on hand to guide you into the correct lane. Azores Islands car operators include Atlanticoline.

Can I take my bike on the ferry to Azores Islands?

Yes, you can take your bike on ferries to Azores Islands. Azores Islands bicycle operators include Atlanticoline.

Can I take my pet on the ferry to Azores Islands?

Unfortunately, you cannot bring your pet on the ferry to Azores Islands. However, there are plenty of alternative ferry routes that do allow you to bring your pet with you.


Booking your Azores Islands ferry tickets

How to book ferry tickets to Azores Islands

It's easy to book ferry tickets to Azores Islands online at Direct Ferries using our Deal Finder. Enter your departure and arrival ports along the date you'd like to travel to see all available options. You can also compare alternative routes to find the best ferry to suit you. 

We'd recommend booking in advance to get your tickets at the best possible price. You can also check out our Special Offers page and sign up to our email for exclusive offers.

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