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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Barcelona to Mahon
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 56 m
Ferries per day
4
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Barcelona to Mahon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Mahon will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £28.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Barcelona for Mahon every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 29 Jul the direct ferries cover the 243 km distance in an average of 7 h 56 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
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.
CIUDAD DE BARCELONA22:308h30Port of Barcelona7:00Port of Mahón (Maó)£281One-way0 changes
Ciudad de Barcelona_22:309h00Port of Barcelona7:30Port of Mahón (Maó)£291One-way0 changes
ABEL MATUTES21:309h00Port of Barcelona6:30Port of Ciutadella£451One-way0 changes- MARGARITA SALAS15:455h15Port of Barcelona21:00Port of Ciutadella£651One-way0 changes
- MARGARITA SALAS15:455h15Port of Barcelona21:00Port of Ciutadella£651One-way0 changes
- CIUDAD DE BARCELONA22:308h30Port of Barcelona7:00Port of Mahón (Maó)£281One-way0 changes
- Ciudad de Barcelona_22:309h00Port of Barcelona7:30Port of Mahón (Maó)£291One-way0 changes
- ABEL MATUTES21:309h00Port of Barcelona6:30Port of Ciutadella£451One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Barcelona to Mahon
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Mahon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £14.
Distance: 131 nautical miles (243 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price |
8h 42m Average total duration 7h 42m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Barcelona to Mahon Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival Time 07:30 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed |
Operator Trasmed | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 23:00 | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 20:45 | Arrival Time 04:30 | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 21:45 | Arrival Time 05:30 | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 19:15 | Arrival Time 04:15 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 21:30 | Duration 6h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 15:45 | Arrival Time 19:15 | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 19:45 | Arrival Time 05:15 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 04:30 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Trasmed | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival Time 15:00 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Trasmed | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Fri |
Operator Trasmed | Departure Time 21:45 | Arrival Time 05:30 | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 21:30 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 20:30 | Arrival Time 05:30 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Trasmed | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 14:00 | Duration 16h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Barcelona to Mahon ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Mahon ferries for today, Tuesday 28 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:45 Barcelona | 9h30 | 5:15 Mahon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:45 Barcelona | 7h45 | 4:30 Mahon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Barcelona to Mahon by flight or ferry
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Why should you book Barcelona to Mahon ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Gnv?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Gnv, but also compare tickets for the likes of Trasmed or Balearia to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona to Mahon.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Gnv with all available travel options, which are flight and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Barcelona to Mahon.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Rome2rio or Directferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Trasmed or Balearia to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona to Mahon.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Barcelona to Mahon.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Barcelona to Mahon
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Ferries from Barcelona to Mahon run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 42m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £14 by flight.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 131 nautical miles (243 km) distance in 5h 15m. There are 19 sailings per week. Ferries from Barcelona to Mahon are available to foot passengers.
Distance 131 nautical miles (243 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 19 |
Fastest ferry 5h 15m |
First ferry 0:15 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
Ferry operators: Gnv, Trasmed, Balearia from Barcelona to MahonYou can travel by ferry between Barcelona to Mahon with Gnv, Trasmed, Balearia for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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Trasmed
Balearia
FAQs: Barcelona to Mahon ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Mahon 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 Mahon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Mahon
Most Barcelona to Mahon ferries use the Port of Barcelona to Port of Ciutadella port pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Mahon ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Barcelona port do ferries to Mahon leave from?
Getting to Port of Barcelona from Barcelona city centre
Port of Barcelona is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Barcelona port facilities and services
Port of Barcelona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Miramar (0.3km), Restaurante La Gavina (0.7km), Restaurante 7 Portes (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are multiple ATMs available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Barcelona.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Barcelona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Port of Barcelona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Barcelona.
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