Sao Roque – Velas
Ferry to Sao Jorge
Sao Roque – Velas
Ferry to Sao Jorge
Atlanticoline provides the ferry from Sao Roque to Velas. Sao Roque Velas ferries cost between £33 and £109, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Sao Roque Velas ferries.
The first Sao Roque Velas ferry typically departs from Sao Roque at around 08:30. The last ferry usually departs at 22:30.
The Sao Roque Velas ferry trip can take around 50 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 50 minutes with Atlanticoline. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There are 11 weekly sailings from Sao Roque to Velas provided by Atlanticoline. Timetables can change from season to season.
Sao Roque Velas ferry prices typically range between £33* and £109*. The average price is typically £41*. The cheapest Sao Roque Velas ferry prices start from £33*. The average price for a foot passenger is £34*. The average price for a car is £102*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated April 25.
The distance between Sao Roque to Velas is approximately 12.1 miles (19.5km) or 11 nautical miles.
Yes, Atlanticoline ferries allow cars on board ferries between Sao Roque and Velas. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Sao Roque and Velas.
Yes, foot passengers can travel with Atlanticoline ferries between Sao Roque and Velas.
Pets are currently not allowed on board the ferries from Sao Roque to Velas.
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| Sao Roque - Velas Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Portugal | |
| Destination Country | Portugal | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Atlanticoline | |
| Average Price | £40* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 6 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 50m | |
| First Ferry | 09:25 | |
| Last Ferry | 19:10 | |
| Distance | 10 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
The Azores are the perfect place to escape from the modern world. Verdant parks, gorgeous beaches and picturesque views form the idyllic tranquil destination, exacerbated by the relatively difficult accessibility. The fact that ferry is the only viable way to enter Sao Roque means it has remained fairly untouched by the relentless demands of the tourism industry – even in the height of summer it remains quite calm. Simplistic architecture and unscathed walking trails are a refreshing change from the increase of modernisation, and many choose to wander around the rugged coastline to bask in the charming scenery and serenity. The accommodation is basic, but when you wake up to a breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean, having a high range coffee machine suddenly pales in comparison. Sao Roque really is a nature lover’s paradise. Instead of scanning your itinerary for the next attraction, just grab a book and rejoice in the mecca of bliss.
You can hire a car at one of the rental companies, and there is a bus system that covers the main villages. Walking is also a popular option due to the agreeable aesthetics and temperature.
There are around 10,000 people living on the island of Sao Jorge, with many of them resting in the cosy capital of Velas. The quaint town adheres to visitors hoping to bask in the stunning surroundings whilst enjoying a drink at one of the bars, as well as the more adventurous types longing to explore the undulating terrain. The striking landscape is what draws so many to the island; verdant hills afford incredible panoramic vistas of the encompassing water and the quaint boats residing by the harbour. The 10,000 permanent residents of Sao Jorge are a relatively large number for a fairly small island, though there are nearly twice as many cows living amongst the locals. Unsurprisingly, there is a strong cheese industry in Velas – visit one of the cheese-tasting facilities to enjoy the local produce. After sampling a few tasty cheeses, bask in some mesmerising architecture showcased by the Church of Santa Barbara which displays remarkable structures and designs.
The town is very small so it can be covered entirely by foot.
