The cheapest and fastest ferries from Barcelona to S'Arenal
Cheapest price on 13 Sept
£29
Average ticket price on 13 Sept
£41
Fastest journey on 13 Sept
7 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 13 Sept
8 h 5 m
Ferries on 13 Sept
3
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Barcelona to S'Arenal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to S'Arenal will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £29.
On Sun 13 Sept, we found 3 ferries from Barcelona to S'Arenal, including 3 direct services.
On Sun 13 Sept the direct ferries cover the 216 km distance in an average of 8 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 8 h 30 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.
19:308h30Barcelona4:00S'Arenal£291One-way0 changes
20:308h30Barcelona5:00S'Arenal£461One-way0 changes
21:457h15Barcelona5:00S'Arenal£481One-way0 changes
21:457h15Barcelona5:00S'Arenal£481One-way0 changes
20:308h30Barcelona5:00S'Arenal£461One-way0 changes
19:308h30Barcelona4:00S'Arenal£291One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Barcelona to S'Arenal
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to S'Arenal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £21, while a ferry costs an average of £23.
Distance: 116 nautical miles (216 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£23 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 30m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to S'Arenal:
A flight is £2 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Barcelona to S'Arenal costing on average £23.
Other travel options to S'Arenal take longer:
Ferry takes on average 8h 30m.
Barcelona to S'Arenal Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 20:30 | Arrival Time 05:00 | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 21:30 | Arrival Time 06:00 | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Trasmed | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival Time 05:30 | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 22:15 | Arrival Time 05:30 | Duration 7h15 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Trasmed | Departure Time 21:45 | Arrival Time 05:00 | Duration 7h15 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 04:00 | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 21:30 | Arrival Time 03:30 | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 15:45 | Arrival Time 19:15 | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Barcelona to S'Arenal ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to S'Arenal ferries for today, Saturday 12 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:30 Barcelona | 8h30 | 4:00 S'Arenal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:30 Barcelona | 8h30 | 5:00 S'Arenal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:45 Barcelona | 7h15 | 5:00 S'Arenal | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Barcelona to S'Arenal by flight or ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Barcelona to S'Arenal
Ferries from Barcelona to S'Arenal run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 30m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 08:30, the last at 23:58. The fastest ferry covers the 116 nautical miles (216 km) distance in 3h 30m. There are 10 sailings per week. Ferries from Barcelona to S'Arenal are available to foot passengers.

Distance 116 nautical miles (216 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 10 |
Fastest ferry 3h 30m |
First ferry 8:30 |
Last ferry 23:58 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Ferry operators: Gnv from Barcelona to S'ArenalYou can travel by ferry between Barcelona to S'Arenal with Gnv for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Barcelona to S'Arenal ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to S'Arenal 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 S'Arenal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and S'Arenal
Most Barcelona to S'Arenal ferries use the Port of Barcelona to Palma (Muelle Viejo) port pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and S'Arenal ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Barcelona port do ferries to S'Arenal 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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