Ferry to Balearic Islands
29 Ferry crossings from 12 Ports
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Ferries to Balearic Islands

Balearic Islands Ferry Times

With approximately 144 daily sailings and up to 995 weekly trips to the Balearic Islands, you have numerous travel options. As ferry schedules may vary by season, we recommend using our deal finder to check the latest sailing times and compare ticket prices.

Popular Ferry routes to Balearic Islands

Ferries from Barcelona - Palma sail with a crossing time of 7h 21m. The average price of a Barcelona - Palma ferry is about £143.65. The Formentera - Ibiza ferry has a duration of 32m. The average price of a Formentera - Ibiza ferry is around £66.74.

Balearic Islands Ferry Operators

Ferries to the Balearic Islands are operated by 13 different operators. These include Aquabus, Balearia, Corsica Ferries, FRS Iberia, Formentera Lines, Grandi Navi Veloci, Mediterranea Pitiusa, Menorca Lines, Naviera Armas, Trasmapi, Trasmapi Car, Trasmed GLE & Ulises Cat.

Ferry Ports in Balearic Islands

The Balearic Islands offer a well-connected ferry network with seven active ports: Alcudia, Ciutadella, Formentera, Ibiza, Mahon, Palma, and Playa d'en Bossa (Ibiza). There are 144 daily sailings and an impressive 995 weekly sailings available. Among these, Palma stands out as the most popular port, featuring 10 daily sailings and 75 weekly sailings. This extensive service ensures that visitors and locals have numerous options for travelling to and from the Balearic Islands.

How do I get from UK to Balearic Islands?

Currently, there are no direct ferries from the UK to the Balearic Islands. To travel by ferry to the Balearic Islands, take the Portsmouth to Santander route via Spain, and from there continue your journey to the Balearic Islands via car or public transport.

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

There are multiple car ferries to the Balearic Islands, however this may vary by route. Balearia, Corsica Ferries, FRS Iberia, Grandi Navi Veloci, Menorca Lines, Naviera Armas, Trasmapi Car, and Trasmed GLE allow passengers to bring their own vehicles onboard most of their ferry crossings to the islands. However, please check the availability before booking your ferry ticket.

Balearic Islands Ferry Prices and Offers

The price of a ferry to Balearic Islands can vary by route, operator and season. The 2 most popular routes have an average price of £143.65 (Barcelona to Palma) and £66.74 (Formentera to Ibiza). We recommend booking in advance to get the best ferry deals and availability.

How to book ferry tickets to Balearic Islands

Book a ferry to the Balearic Islands online with Direct Ferries, using our Deal Finder and compare tickets.

Balearic Islands Guide

The Balearic Islands, a captivating archipelago in the Mediterranean, are renowned for their stunning landscapes and vibrant culture. Palma ferry port, the most popular port, serves as the gateway to the island of Mallorca, where you can explore the historic Palma Cathedral and the picturesque Bellver Castle. Ibiza ferry port offers a lively nightlife and beautiful beaches, while Mahon ferry port on Menorca is known for its charming harbourside and Georgian architecture. From the Alcudia ferry port, visitors can easily travel to the scenic Tramuntana mountains. Regular buses and taxis are available from each port to the respective city centres, ensuring smooth transit for travellers.

Most popular questions

Which ferries travel to Balearic Islands?

Ferries to Balearic Islands:
  • Alcudia
  • Ciutadella
  • Toulon
  • Sete
  • Denia
  • Valencia
  • Barcelona
  • Palma
  • Ibiza
  • Formentera
  • Playa d'en Bossa (Ibiza)
  • Mahon

What is the cheapest ferry to Balearic Islands?

The cheapest ferry to Balearic Islands is £73 from Playa d'en Bossa (Ibiza) to Formentera. Price exclusive of booking fees.

What are the ferry ports in Balearic Islands?

Balearic Islands Ferry Ports:
  • Ciutadella
  • Alcudia
  • Ibiza
  • Formentera
  • Palma
  • Mahon
  • Playa d'en Bossa (Ibiza)

Can you take pets on the ferry to Balearic Islands?

Yes, you can bring your pets onboard the ferries. Where pets are allowed on the ferries depends on the ferry company. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with
  • Corsica Ferries
  • Balearia
  • Trasmapi
  • Aquabus

Balearic Islands reviews

  • "Barcelona - Palma Mallorca ferry review"

    Was really hard to find the Balearia desk as there was no signage at all! Almost missed the ferry which was a bit of a stressful start to my trip. Once on the ship all was fine fortunately.

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  • "Great trip"

    Great trip on time staff were a pleasure, prices on board were great. I will do it again. The staff at the terminal were a pleasure to deal with. Thanks again to all the staff for making our trip so pleasant thanks again.

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  • "Good trip"

    Had a good trip with Baleria, on time, polite and helpful staff and a clean ship.

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  • "Trip to Menorca"

    The crossing is quite expensive, but on board experience is generally satisfactory.

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