Barcelona to Mallorca ferry - everything you need to know before you travel

In just a few hours you can take a ferry from Barcelona to Mallorca and taste a completely different Spain. 

Baleária operates daily ferries between Barcelona and Mallorca

You will most often use the ferry to Mallorca from Barcelona if you want to make a short trip from the mainland, if you are going to a hotel there on holiday or if you want to explore the beauties of this island by car or caravan Balearic island.

Where to buy a ferry boarding pass in Mallorca?

There are several ways to buy ferry tickets. You can explore the offers of specific companies (Baleària, Trasmediterránea a GrandiNaviVeloci) or use the services of one of the portals, which combines all offers. 

The easiest and the best I personally think ferry hopper, where you only need to enter where you are traveling from, when, and then just filter the most suitable offer based on your requirements.

My tips for buying a boarding pass

• By default, the search engine shows you the price of the cheapest ticket, and in later steps you have the option to purchase additional services
• A one-way ticket is more expensive than a return ticket; if you know you'll be taking the ferry back, buy a return instead of two one-ways
• The price of ferry tickets is more or less stable as the departure time approaches - unlike plane tickets, you can easily buy them several days in advance
• If you will be traveling overnight, consider purchasing a stateroom where you can sleep comfortably
• Do not buy different cancellation insurances for your ticket, they are quite useless in my experience
• But what can be nice is a package including dinner or breakfast
• If you will be boarding with a car, it is better to check the license plate number several times; if you enter a different one by mistake, you will not be allowed on the ship! 

What are the ports in Mallorca?

If you want to take a ferry from Barcelona to Mallorca, you have a choice of two destination ports on the island:

1. Port of Palma - the most popular port in Mallorca, located in the capital of the island, in the city of Palma de Mallorca. Most people arrive here from the mainland or other Balearic Islands. 
2. Alcúdia - Mallorca's second port, located on the north side of the island, is much quieter and has less traffic. Sailing routes only lead from it to Barcelona and Ibiza. 

Both mentioned ports are very easily accessible from any part of the island and if you have a car, you can get to where you need to be from each of them within an hour. 

So if you have a hotel or other accommodation somewhere in Mallorca, it doesn't matter which port you choose. 

How long does the ferry to Mallorca last?

The fastest ferry from Barcelona to Mallorca takes 3 hours and 30 minutes. This super fast ferry is operated by Baleària and the ship is named Cecilia Payne. Compared to other ferries, this one is logically a bit more expensive. (If it happens to be out of service, the Baleària with its ship of the same name can cover the route fastest in 5 hours and 30 minutes). 

The super fast Cecilia Payne ferry will take you to Mallorca in 3 hours 30 minutes

However, on average, a normal ferry ride from Barcelona to Mallorca lasts just over 7 hours.

How much is the ferry to Mallorca?

The cheapest one-way ticket for 1 person on the ferry route Barcelona - Mallorca se can be purchased for a little under €30. If you would also like to board the ferry with a car, be prepared for a similar price (ie 1 person and 1 car around €60). 

Example price for the ferry Barcelona - Mallorca. 2 people and 1 car: €76,80, search for a ticket >>>

However, it is good to know that the price is very variable and depends on several factors: 

• ferry sailing date – if you use the ferry in season, be prepared for higher prices than in the off-season (statistically, the most expensive tickets are in July and August).
• sailing time – if you sail during the day, expect a higher price than if you sail at night
• ferry operator – Baleària is on average more expensive than Transmed or GNV
• ship type – some ships are faster, more modern, nicer; you will naturally pay extra for all these things; such is the case of the super fast ferry Cecilia Payne
• ticket type – just like on an airplane, here too you can choose which type of boarding pass you buy. The cheapest option is only a seat on board, if you want more comfort, it makes sense to get a cabin (either separate or shared) - this can be especially useful if you sail overnight...

On one and the same route, the cheapest and most expensive boarding pass can easily differ by €150. 

What a cabin on a ferry can look like if you pay something extra

Operating hours of ferries

Ferries ensure the daily connection between the islands and the mainland - several ships ply between Barcelona and Mallorca every day. 

• ferries from Barcelona to Port de Palma - each of the three companies leaves one ship from Barcelona to the capital of Mallorca daily (except Saturdays) from approximately 21:30 in the evening
• ferries from Barcelona to Alcúdia – this route is served only by Baleària, which sends 2 ships daily from Barcelona to the port of Alcúdia (one in the afternoon, the other at night).

What is the ferry route from Barcelona to Mallorca?

The ferry route is uncomplicated: the ship shuttles between the port of Barcelona and both ports in Mallorca. This map will tell you more.

Where do ferries from Barcelona to Mallorca depart from?

All ferries from Barcelona from Baleària, Trasmed and GNV depart from port of barcelona, specifically from terminals F1 and F2 (arrival from Moll de Sant Bertran street). See more departures and arrivals to the port. 

In Barcelona, ​​ferries dock near the World Trade Center building

I strongly recommend studying the conditions of individual carriers regarding check-in, boarding, luggage, etc., because each of them has it a little differently and the information is also different for pedestrians and for cars... In addition, most ferries leave at night and sometimes there can be a bit of confusion at the port, therefore it is good to prepare.  

Boarding information: Baleària, Trasmed, GNV

What are the services on board the ferry?

The ferries going from Barcelona to Mallorca are definitely not small boats. On average, almost 1000 people and 200 cars sail on one route, for which the operators are well prepared. As a passenger, you can shorten your cruise with an activity:

• visiting a restaurant, cafe or bar
• shopping in one of the shops
• children can use the playroom or use the facilities for families with children
• swim in the pool on deck
• use the on-board wifi and watch, for example, favorite series

Bars, cafes and restaurants are available on most ferries

See also overview of other ferries from Barcelona. 

Don't forget your travel documents

To travel by ferry from Barcelona to Mallorca, you only need a valid ID (if you are from the European Union). If you are not from the European Union, you need another document such as a passport. 

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