Ferry to Spain
Spain Ferry Times
With approximately 499 daily sailings and up to 3320 weekly trips to Spain, you have numerous travel options. As ferry schedules may vary by season, we recommend using our deal finder to check the latest sailing times and compare ticket prices.
Popular Ferry routes to Spain
Ferries from Barcelona - Palma sail with a crossing time of 7h 21m. The average price of a Barcelona - Palma ferry is about £143.65. The Tangier Med - Algeciras ferry runs with a duration of 1h 28m. The average price of a Tangier Med - Algeciras ferry is around £251.90.
Spain Ferry Operators
Spain is served by 27 different ferry operators. These include AML, Aquabus, Balearia, Biosfera Express, Brittany Ferries, Corsica Ferries, FRS, FRS Iberia, FRS VI, Ferry Isla De Lobos, Formentera Lines, Fred Olsen Express, Grandi Navi Veloci, Grimaldi Lines, Inter Shipping, La Meridionale, Lineas Maritimas Romero, Mar de Ons, Mediterranea Pitiusa, Menorca Lines, Naviera Armas, Naviera Nabia, Naviera Nortour, Trasmapi, Trasmapi Car, Trasmed GLE, Trasmediterranea and Ulises Cat.
Ferry Ports in Spain
The destination Spain boasts an impressive 44 ferry ports with a total of 499 daily and 3320 weekly sailings. Among these, Barcelona stands out as the most popular port, offering an average of 13 daily sailings and 80 weekly sailings. This extensive service ensures that travellers have ample options for convenient and flexible travel to and from Spain.
How do I get from UK to Spain?
Currently, there are no direct ferries from the UK to Spain. To travel by ferry to Spain, you can take the Portsmouth to Santander route. From Santander, you can easily travel to other parts of Spain via car or public transport.
Can I take a car on the ferry to Spain?
There are multiple car ferries to Spain, however this may vary by route. AML, Balearia, Brittany Ferries, Corsica Ferries, FRS, FRS Iberia, FRS VI, Fred Olsen Express, Grandi Navi Veloci, Grimaldi Lines, Inter Shipping, La Meridionale, Lineas Maritimas Romero, Menorca Lines, Naviera Armas, Trasmapi Car, Trasmed GLE & Trasmediterranea allow passengers to bring their own vehicles onboard most of their ferry crossings to Spain. However, please check the availability before booking your ferry ticket.
Spain Ferry Prices and Offers
The price of a ferry to Spain can vary by route, operator and season. The 2 most popular routes have an average price of £143.65 (Barcelona to Palma) and £251.90 (Tangier Med to Algeciras). We recommend booking in advance to get the best ferry deals and availability.
How to book ferry tickets to Spain
Book a ferry to Spain online with Direct Ferries, using our Deal Finder and compare tickets.
Spain Guide
Barcelona ferry port serves as a gateway to one of Spain's most vibrant and culturally rich cities. This enchanting city is famed for its stunning architecture, including the iconic Sagrada Familia and the whimsical Park Güell, both designed by Antoni GaudÃ. Barcelona is also home to the bustling La Rambla boulevard and the historic Gothic Quarter. Each year, the city hosts the renowned La Mercè festival, celebrating local traditions with parades, fireworks, and concerts. From Barcelona ferry port, you can easily travel to the city centre via regular bus and metro services. Additionally, high-speed trains from Barcelona connect to other major Spanish cities, making it an ideal starting point for further exploration.