Balearia · 7h 30m
Barcelona to Palma Ferry
Compare every Barcelona to Palma sailing. From £48.56 one way, 6 times a day, crossing in about 7h 30m.
- 7h 30m crossing
- 43 sailings a week
- Cars carried
Barcelona to Palma sailings on Saturday 31 October
6 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.
Only 7 spaces left at this price on the 11:15 sailing.
Foot passenger
About the Barcelona to Palma ferry
Balearia operates the Barcelona – Palma crossing 6 times a day. Expect to be at sea for about 7h 30m, with one-way tickets from £48.56. We compare every operator on the route in one search, so you can see the cheapest and the fastest side by side before you commit.
Vehicles are carried on this route, so you can take a car, campervan or motorbike across and keep your luggage with you. Foot passengers are welcome on board.
Barcelona to Palma ferry timetable
There are around 43 sailings a week on this route, 6 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Barcelona and Palma are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barcelona – Palma | Balearia | 7h 30m | 43 | £48.56 | £198.60 | Yes |
| Barcelona – Genoa | FRS | 9h 30m | 55 | £60.67 | £278.76 | Yes |
| Barcelona – Ibiza | Trasmediterranea | 8h 20m | 48 | £53.59 | £230.40 | Yes |
How much is the ferry from Barcelona to Palma?
One-way fares start at £48.56. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £198.60. That figure includes vehicles, multiple passengers and peak-season departures, which is why it sits well above the headline price.
Which operators sail this route?
Balearia operates the Barcelona – Palma crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.
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Taking a vehicle
Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Barcelona to Palma ferry. Add your vehicle when you search and every price shown will include it, and no vehicle surcharge appears later in the booking.
Getting to Barcelona
Check in opens around 90 minutes before departure for vehicles and 45 minutes for foot passengers, and closes 30 to 60 minutes before sailing depending on the operator. Read our Barcelona port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Palma guide for the other end.
Barcelona to Palma ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Barcelona to Palma?
The Barcelona to Palma ferry takes approximately 7h 30m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Barcelona to Palma?
One-way fares start from £48.56. The average booking on this route comes to around £198.60 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Barcelona to Palma?
Balearia operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Barcelona to Palma ferry run?
There are around 43 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 6 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.
Can I take a car on the Barcelona to Palma ferry?
Yes. Cars, campervans and motorbikes are carried on this route. Add your vehicle at the search stage so the price you see includes it.
What is the cheapest day to sail from Barcelona to Palma?
Midweek departures, particularly Tuesday and Wednesday, are typically the cheapest, along with the earliest sailing of the day. Friday and Saturday crossings in July and August are the most expensive.
How far in advance should I book?
Prices on this route rise as departure approaches. Booking more than six weeks ahead usually secures the lowest fare; inside a week you can expect to pay substantially more, especially in peak season.
Do I need a passport for the Barcelona to Palma ferry?
Carry valid photo ID for every passenger. International crossings require a passport valid for the whole of your trip, and non-EU travellers entering the Schengen area are now subject to biometric registration at the border. Check the operator's requirements before you travel.
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