The cheapest and fastest ferries from Calheta to Madalena
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Calheta to Madalena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Calheta to Madalena will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Calheta for Madalena on Sat, Jan 24, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 24 the direct ferries cover the 45 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Sat, Jan 24 the slowest ferries will take 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Live departures
Calheta to Madalena ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Calheta to Madalena ferries for today, Friday, January 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:40 AM Calheta | 1h20 | 1:00 PM Madalena | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Calheta to Madalena
Ferries from Calheta to Madalena run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:40, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 24 nautical miles (45 km) distance in 50m. There are 11 sailings per week. Ferries from Calheta to Madalena are available to foot passengers.

Distance 24 nautical miles (45 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 11 |
Fastest ferry 50m |
First ferry 00:40 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Atlânticoline from Calheta to MadalenaYou can travel by ferry between Calheta to Madalena with Atlânticoline for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Calheta to Madalena
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Calheta to Madalena by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madalena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Calheta to Madalena
- 08:00-18:00 Mon-Fri
- 09:00-13:00 Sat-Sun
- Free WiFi
- Restaurante Fornos de Lava (0.3km)
- Restaurante São Jorge (0.7km)
- Café Restaurante Solmar (0.9km)
- Book in advance with Freenow.
- Free
- Bus line 1, Calheta stop
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Cella Bar (0.5km)
- Restaurante Ancoradouro (0.7km)
- Restaurante O Petisca (0.9km)
- Main companies are Pico Taxi and Taxi Madalena.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Madalena Stop
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