Ferries from Barcelona to Palma leave in the evening and arrive on the island of Mallorca early the next morning. Three operators run the route: Baleària, Grandi Navi Veloci and Trasmed GLE. You spend the night on board, so it is worth deciding early where you will sleep.
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How ferries from Barcelona to Palma work
The first ferry leaves Barcelona around 21:30, and the last around 22:30. In the current timetable, ferries arrive in Palma between 05:30 and 06:00. The trip takes about 7 hours 45 minutes on average, and the fastest sailings take around 7 hours. Schedules change with the season. There are usually more sailings in summer and fewer in the off-season, so check your dates first.
Cabins are available on every ferry operator serving this route and can sell out quickly. If you prefer a seat, the options differ. Balearia offers standard, premium and VIP seats. Trasmed GLE has seating both indoors and outdoors, while Grandi Navi Veloci offers deck seats and pullman seats. All three operators offer cabins adapted for passengers with reduced mobility. If you need assistance, tell your operator well in advance.
Taking a car, bicycle or pet
Foot passengers, cars and bicycles are accepted on all services. If you drive, book early to guarantee a space. Height and length limits vary by operator, so check them first. Cyclists should read the operator’s bicycle policy before departure. You may not be able to reach your vehicle during the crossing, so keep everything you need in a bag you can carry. Families with children will find play areas on board.
Balearia allows pets on this route, with pet-friendly cabins and seats on board. It also provides dedicated pet areas. On its SmartShip vessels, a video monitoring system lets you watch your pet during the crossing. Remember to bring your pet’s microchip details and vaccination records.
Boarding and arriving in Palma
Check-in times depend on the operator. They also depend on whether you travel on foot or with a vehicle. Check your booking confirmation for the latest check-in time, and bring it with an official photo ID, such as a passport or identity card. Drivers generally need to arrive earlier than foot passengers. Barcelona’s port is large and busy, especially at weekends and in summer, so allow extra time.
In Palma, getting off the ferry is fastest on foot, usually taking 10 to 20 minutes. With a vehicle, expect about 20 to 45 minutes. The ferry port sits in the southwest of Mallorca, roughly 3 km from the centre of Palma. You can reach the centre by EMT Bus Line 1 in about 10 to 15 minutes. A taxi from outside the terminal is quicker, usually 5 to 10 minutes, depending on traffic.
Book ahead to secure your preferred sailing. Tickets for ferries from Barcelona to Palma can sell out quickly in summer and at weekends.