The cheapest and fastest ferries from Mahon to Barcelona
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€26
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€44
Fastest journey on Sep 18
3 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
7 h 4 m
Ferries on Sep 18
4
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Mahon to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mahon to Barcelona will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 4 ferries from Mahon to Barcelona, including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct ferries cover the 243 km distance in an average of 7 h 4 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest ferries will take 9 h 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.
GNV Sealand11:00 AM7h45Port of Mahón (Maó)6:45 PMPort of Barcelona€261One-way0 transfers
GNV SEALAND11:00 AM8h00Port of Mahón (Maó)7:00 PMPort of Barcelona€281One-way0 transfers
ABEL MATUTES10:00 AM9h00Port of Ciutadella7:00 PMPort of Barcelona€431One-way0 transfers
MARGARITA SALAS10:15 AM3h30Port of Ciutadella1:45 PMPort of Barcelona€781One-way0 transfers
MARGARITA SALAS10:15 AM3h30Port of Ciutadella1:45 PMPort of Barcelona€781One-way0 transfers
GNV Sealand11:00 AM7h45Port of Mahón (Maó)6:45 PMPort of Barcelona€261One-way0 transfers
GNV SEALAND11:00 AM8h00Port of Mahón (Maó)7:00 PMPort of Barcelona€281One-way0 transfers
ABEL MATUTES10:00 AM9h00Port of Ciutadella7:00 PMPort of Barcelona€431One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Mahon to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Mahon to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of €44 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €44, while a ferry costs an average of €47.
Distance: 131 nautical miles (243 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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€47 Average price | €44 Average price Cheapest |
9h 2m Average total duration 8h 2m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Mahon to Barcelona:
A flight is €4 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Mahon to Barcelona costing on average €47.
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Ferry takes on average 8h 2m.
Mahon to Barcelona Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Fri, Sun |
Operator Trasmed | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 12h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator Trasmed | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 11h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Live departures
Mahon to Barcelona ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Mahon to Barcelona ferries for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ABEL MATUTES | 10:00 AM Port of Ciutadella | 9h00 | 7:00 PM Port of Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
MARGARITA SALAS | 10:15 AM Port of Ciutadella | 3h30 | 1:45 PM Port of Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
GNV SEALAND | 11:00 AM Port of Mahón (Maó) | 8h00 | 7:00 PM Port of Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
GNV Sealand | 11:00 AM Port of Mahón (Maó) | 7h45 | 6:45 PM Port of Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Mahon to Barcelona ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Gnv?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Gnv, but also compare tickets for the likes of Trasmed or Balearia to find the best option for your trip from Mahon to Barcelona.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Gnv with all available travel options, which are flight and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Mahon to Barcelona.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Rome2rio or Directferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Trasmed or Balearia to find the best option for your trip from Mahon to Barcelona.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Mahon to Barcelona.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Mahon to Barcelona
Ferries from Mahon to Barcelona run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 2m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €11 by flight.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 131 nautical miles (243 km) distance in 5h 15m. There are 19 sailings per week. Ferries from Mahon to Barcelona are available to foot passengers.



Distance 131 nautical miles (243 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 19 |
Fastest ferry 5h 15m |
First ferry 12:15 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Ferry operators: Gnv, Trasmed, Balearia from Mahon to BarcelonaYou can travel by ferry between Mahon to Barcelona with Gnv, Trasmed, Balearia for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Mahon to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mahon to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Mahon to Barcelona
Most Mahon to Barcelona ferries use the Port of Ciutadella to Port of Barcelona port pair. Use this guide to compare Mahon and Barcelona ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Barcelona port do ferries from Mahon arrive at?
Getting to Port of Barcelona from Barcelona city centre
Port of Barcelona is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Barcelona port facilities and services
Port of Barcelona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Miramar (0.3km), Restaurante La Gavina (0.7km), Restaurante 7 Portes (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are multiple ATMs available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Barcelona.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Barcelona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Port of Barcelona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Barcelona.
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