The cheapest and fastest ferries from Madalena to Velas
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
50 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Madalena to Velas is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madalena to Velas will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £15.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Madalena for Velas every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue 10 Mar the direct ferries cover the 32 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest ferries will take 50 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.


Live departures
Madalena to Velas ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Madalena to Velas ferries for tomorrow, Tuesday 10 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:25 Madalena | 0h50 | 12:15 Velas | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Madalena to Velas
Ferries from Madalena to Velas run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 17 nautical miles (32 km) distance in 50m. There are 11 sailings per week. Ferries from Madalena to Velas are available to foot passengers.

Distance 17 nautical miles (32 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 11 |
Fastest ferry 50m |
First ferry 00:25 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Atlânticoline from Madalena to VelasYou can travel by ferry between Madalena to Velas with Atlânticoline for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Madalena to Velas ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madalena to Velas 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 Velas, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Madalena and Velas
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Cella Bar (0.5km)
- Restaurante Ancoradouro (0.7km)
- Restaurante O Petisca (0.9km)
- Main companies are Pico Taxi and Taxi Madalena.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Madalena Stop
- Restaurante São Jorge (0.3km)
- Café Restaurante Velense (0.5km)
- Restaurante Fornos de Lava (0.7km)
- Main companies are Taxis Jorge and Taxis Ilha Azul.
- Bus Line 1, Velas Stop
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