The cheapest and fastest ferries from Palma to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€57
Fastest journey
6 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 49 m
Ferries per day
4
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Palma to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palma to Barcelona will cost around €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Palma for Barcelona on Sat, Jan 10, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 10 the direct ferries cover the 207 km distance in an average of 7 h 49 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .
On Sat, Jan 10 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 Sealand
CIUDAD DE PALMA
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ABEL MATUTES
ABEL MATUTES
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Compare ferry and flight for Palma to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Palma to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 111 nautical miles (207 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€49 Average price Cheapest | €90 Average price |
8h 37m Average total duration 7h 37m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Palma to Barcelona Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Trasmed GLE | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 7h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 6h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Trasmed GLE | Departure Time 11:58PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 7h02 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Palma to Barcelona ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Palma to Barcelona ferries for today, Friday, January 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GNV Sealand | 9:30 AM Port of Palma de Mallorca | 7h00 | 4:30 PM Port of Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
CIUDAD DE PALMA | 10:30 AM Palma (Estació Marítima 1) | 7h30 | 6:00 PM Port of Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
KERRY | 10:30 AM Palma (Estació Marítima 1) | 8h00 | 6:30 PM Port of Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
ABEL MATUTES | 11:45 AM Port d'Alcúdia | 6h15 | 6:00 PM Port of Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Ferry from Palma to Barcelona
Ferries from Palma to Barcelona run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 37m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:58. The fastest ferry covers the 111 nautical miles (207 km) distance in 3h 30m. There are 25 sailings per week. Ferries from Palma to Barcelona are available to foot passengers.



Distance 111 nautical miles (207 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 25 |
Fastest ferry 3h 30m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 23:58 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: GNV, Trasmed GLE, Balearia from Palma to BarcelonaYou can travel by ferry between Palma to Barcelona with GNV, Trasmed GLE, Balearia for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Palma to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palma 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.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Palma de Mallorca, which is located around 2.7 miles (4.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Barcelona, located 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Palma to Barcelona
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Restaurante Miramar (0.3km)
- Restaurante La Gavina (0.7km)
- Restaurante 7 Portes (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxi Ecològic and Radio Taxi Barcelona.
- Free
- Metro L3, Drassanes stop
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