Alicante to Palma ferry - Times and cheap Balearia ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Alicante to Palma

Showing times and prices for 19 Dec

Cheapest price

£90

Average price

£90

Fastest journey

5 h 15 m

Average duration

5 h 15 m

Ferries per day

1

Distance

303 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Alicante to Palma is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Alicante to Palma will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £90.

Fast ferries

Of the 1 ferries that leave Alicante for Palma every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri 19 Dec the direct ferries cover the 303 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .

The slowest ferries will take 5 h 15 m 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.

BaleariaELEANOR ROOSEVELT
17:005h15
Port of Denia
22:15Palma (Estació Marítima 1)
£901One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare flight and ferry for Alicante to Palma

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Palma among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £23, and a ferry costs an average of £62.

Distance: 163 nautical miles (303 km)

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Flight

£114

Average Price

£91

Average Price

Cheapest

6h 14m

Average total duration

5h 14m

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1h 0m

Additional time*

4h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 13m

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3h 0m

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Balearia

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Alicante to Palma Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Balearia
Departure Time
17:00
Arrival Time
22:15
Duration
5h15
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Operator
Balearia
Departure Time
15:00
Arrival Time
20:15
Duration
5h15
Sailing Days
Wed

Live departures

Alicante to Palma ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Palma ferries for today, Thursday 18 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 03:11
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
baleariaELEANOR ROOSEVELT16:00 Port of Denia
5h15
21:15 Palma (Estació Marítima 1)0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Alicante to Palma

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Ferries from Alicante to Palma run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.

There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:30, the last at 23:58. The fastest ferry covers the 163 nautical miles (303 km) distance in 5h 15m. There are 7 sailings per week. Ferries from Alicante to Palma are available to foot passengers.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £23
Official Omio partners on this route
Balearia
Distance
163 nautical miles (303 km)
Average sailing duration
5h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
£62
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
7
Fastest ferry
5h 15m
First ferry
07:30
Last ferry
23:58
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £23

Ferry operators: Balearia from Alicante to PalmaYou can travel by ferry between Alicante to Palma with Balearia for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Balearia

About
Balearia is a Spanish ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Mediterranean Sea. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Barcelona, Spain. Balearia operates ferry services between mainland Spain, the Balearic Islands, and the Canary Islands, and also to North Africa. Balearia is known for its fast, comfortable, and reliable ferry services, providing a convenient and efficient way to travel between the islands.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 15m
Cheapest Price
£78
Balearia frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed with additional fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24h before departure with varying fees
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria and vending machines available
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible vessels with adapted facilities and spaces
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers, dogs must be leashed and muzzled. Not allowed in restaurant areas
Cabin reservation
Available on most routes, various cabin types from standard to superior
Car on board

FAQs: Alicante to Palma ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante to Palma 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 Palma, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Alicante to Palma can start from as little as £56 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Alicante to Palma is £76; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Alicante to Palma ferry time is 5 h   covering the 188 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Alicante to Palma leaves at 08: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Alicante to Palma leaves at 18: 00.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Alicante to Palma with Balearia
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Alicante to Palma is possible with Balearia.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Alicante to Palma is possible with Balearia. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
Take the Alicante to Palma ferry with Balearia. However, it's always good to check out all possible ferry operators for the journey to Palma from Alicante as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Alicante to Palma is August.
You have options as you can travel to Palma from Alicante 2 different ways: flight or ferry.

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