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Fred. Olsen Express
About
Fred. Olsen Express is a ferry company based in the Canary Islands, which operates passenger and vehicle ferries between the Canary Islands, the mainland of Spain and the African coast. They operate a fleet of high-speed catamarans and conventional vessels, with a total of 8 ships. The company has been in operation since 1848, and it's the oldest transport company in Spain. The company provides regular services to the islands of Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Tenerife, as well as services to the port of Arrecife in the island of Lanzarote. They also have a service between the island of La Palma and Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations accepted up to 24 hours before departure with fee
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant, café, and bar services available
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible vessels with assistance available. Advance notice required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers, dogs must be leashed and muzzled
Cabin reservation
Cabins available on longer routes, must be booked in advance
Car on board
Popular routes
Fred. Olsen Express ferry tickets
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Fred. Olsen Express
04:45PM0h35
Lanzarote (Island)05:20PMFuerteventura (Island)
€201One-way
0 transfers
Popular Fred. Olsen Express routes
Lanzarote (Island) to Fuerteventura (Island) ferry
from €17
Direct ferries available
0h25 average duration
23ferries per day
Served by
- Fred. Olsen Express
- Naviera Armas
- Líneas Romero
Fuerteventura (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) ferry
from €45
Direct ferries available
2h00 average duration
4ferries per day
Served by
- Naviera Armas
- Fred. Olsen Express
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to Tenerife (Island) ferry
from €42
Direct ferries available
1h20 average duration
11ferries per day
Served by
- Naviera Armas
- Fred. Olsen Express
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to Fuerteventura (Island) ferry
from €45
Direct ferries available
2h00 average duration
4ferries per day
Served by
- Fred. Olsen Express
- Naviera Armas
Tenerife (Island) to La Gomera ferry
from €36
Direct ferries available
0h50 average duration
6ferries per day
Served by
- Fred. Olsen Express
- Naviera Armas
Gran Canaria (Island) to Fuerteventura (Island) ferry
from €45
Direct ferries available
2h00 average duration
4ferries per day
Served by
- Naviera Armas
- Fred. Olsen Express
Fuerteventura (Island) to Lanzarote (Island) ferry
from €17
Direct ferries available
0h25 average duration
23ferries per day
Served by
- Fred. Olsen Express
- Líneas Romero
- Naviera Armas
La Gomera to Tenerife (Island) ferry
from €36
Direct ferries available
0h50 average duration
6ferries per day
Served by
- Naviera Armas
- Fred. Olsen Express
Santa Cruz de Tenerife to Gran Canaria (Island) ferry
from €46
Direct ferries available
1h20 average duration
11ferries per day
Served by
- Naviera Armas
- Fred. Olsen Express
Gran Canaria (Island) to Tenerife (Island) ferry
from €42
Direct ferries available
1h20 average duration
11ferries per day
Served by
- Fred. Olsen Express
- Naviera Armas
Fred. Olsen Express FAQs
Everything you need to know to travel with Fred. Olsen Express: amenities, cancellation policy, luggage allowance and more

Fred. Olsen Express ferries are wheelchair accessible, with assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility, but advance notice is required.
Boarding with Fred. Olsen Express generally takes around 15 to 30 minutes, allowing time for passengers to check in and embark smoothly.
Fred. Olsen Express offers bookable seating options on their ferry services, but cabin reservations are generally not a feature of their offerings.
Fred. Olsen Express allows ticket cancellations up to 24 hours before departure, subject to a fee.
You can bring your car, motorbike, or campervan on the Fred. Olsen Express ferry, provided they meet the size and documentation requirements. Cars cost between €45-€89, depending on the route and season, and the vehicle must not exceed a height of 2.4m and a length of 5m. Make sure you have valid registration and insurance documents.
For Fred. Olsen Express, you can reserve a spot for your vehicle by booking directly through their official website, where you can select your travel route, date, and vehicle type during the reservation process.
When traveling with a vehicle on board a Fred. Olsen Express ferry, you need to have valid registration and insurance documents for your vehicle.
Yes, Fred. Olsen Express charges an extra fee for bringing a vehicle, with prices for cars ranging from €45 to €89 depending on the route and season.
Fred. Olsen Express imposes vehicle size restrictions, with a maximum height of 2.4 meters and a maximum length of 5 meters for vehicles.
For boarding the Fred. Olsen Express ferry, passengers generally need to present a valid ID or passport. A visa may also be required depending on your nationality and the travel destination regulations.
Yes, Fred. Olsen Express provides entertainment options on board.
Fred. Olsen Express offers food and drinks onboard, ensuring passengers have access to refreshments during their journey.
Fred. Olsen Express generally allows passengers to leave their luggage in their vehicles during the ferry trip, but it is advised to check their specific policies for any restrictions or changes.
Fred. Olsen Express allows passengers to bring luggage onboard; however, specific details such as weight and size are not clearly defined.
Fred. Olsen Express has not specifically defined any restrictions on luggage size or weight, so passengers are encouraged to check directly with the provider for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Fred. Olsen Express allows pets onboard, providing pet-friendly areas in designated spots within their ships.
Pets traveling with Fred. Olsen Express must have a pet passport and vaccination records. Small pets are allowed in carriers, while dogs need to be leashed and muzzled.
You can bring your pets onboard Fred. Olsen Express, with small pets allowed in carriers and dogs required to be leashed and muzzled. Ensure you have a pet passport and up-to-date vaccination records.
Yes, with Fred. Olsen Express, you can book a round-trip ticket for their ferry services.
Fred. Olsen Express provides USB plugs on their services.
Fred. Olsen Express offers secure storage options for luggage or valuables, ensuring peace of mind during your journey.
Yes, Fred. Olsen Express offers Wi-Fi on board their vessels.
port information and services
Most Popular Fred. Olsen Express ports
Amenities at port
information
Ticket Office Hours
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Distance to city center
42 kmCar connection
TF-5, Exit 3Wifi
- Free WiFi
Dining
- Restaurante La Hierbita (0.6km)
- Restaurante Kazan (0.8km)
- La Concepción (0.9km)
Taxis
- Main companies are Radio Taxi Laguna and Tele Taxi Santa Cruz.
WC
- Free
Public transit options for Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
- Bus Line 910, Stop: Plaza de España
Amenities at port
information
Ticket Office Hours
- 08:00-20:00 Monday - Sunday
Car connection
GC-2, Exit 27Wifi
- Free WiFi
Dining
- Restaurante Dedo de Dios (0.2km)
- Restaurante El Dedo de Dios (0.3km)
- Restaurante La Chalana (0.4km)
Taxis
- Main companies are Radio Taxi Agaete and Taxi Gran Canaria.
WC
- Free
Public transit options for Agaete - Puerto de Las Nieves
- Bus line 103, stop: Puerto de las Nieves
Amenities at port
information
Ticket Office Hours
- 08:00 - 20:00 Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
28 kmCar connection
TF-1, Exit 72Wifi
- Free WiFi
Dining
- Restaurante El Cine (0.2km)
- Restaurante La Marina (0.3km)
- Restaurante Abordo (0.4km)
Taxis
- Main companies are Radio Taxi Arona and Taxi Tenerife Sur.
WC
- Free
Public transit options for Port of Los Cristianos
- Bus Line 111, Los Cristianos stop
Amenities at port
information
Ticket Office Hours
- 08:00 - 20:00 Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
31 kmCar connection
LZ-2, Exit Playa BlancaWifi
- Free WiFi
Dining
- Restaurante Casa Pedro (0.3km)
- Restaurante Brisa Marina (0.4km)
- Restaurante La Chalanita (0.5km)
Taxis
- Main companies are Taxi Playa Blanca and Radio Taxi Yaiza.
WC
- Free
Public transit options for Port of Playa Blanca
- Bus Line 30, Stop: Playa Blanca
Amenities at port
information
Ticket Office Hours
- 08:00-20:00 Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
46 kmCar connection
FV-1, Exit CorralejoWifi
- Free WiFi
Dining
- La Fraschetta (0.3km)
- Avenida Restaurante (0.5km)
- La Playita (0.6km)
Taxis
- Main companies are Taxis Corralejo and Radio Taxi Fuerteventura.
WC
- Free
Public transit options for Port of Corralejo
- Bus line 6, stop: Corralejo
Fred. Olsen Express destinations
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