Palma to Formentera (Island) ferry - Times and cheap Balearia ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Palma to Formentera (Island)

Showing times and prices for 01 Dec

Cheapest price

£114

Average price

£115

Fastest journey

3 h 30 m

Average duration

4 h 15 m

Ferries per day

2

Distance

142 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Palma to Formentera (Island) will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £114.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Palma for Formentera (Island) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon 01 Dec the direct ferries cover the 142 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .

The slowest ferries will take 4 h 59 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.

Balearia
06:003h30
Palma
09:30Formentera (Island)
£1141One-way
0 changes
Balearia
06:014h59
Palma
11:00Formentera (Island)
£1161One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Palma to Formentera (Island) ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Palma to Formentera (Island) ferries for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 02:23
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
balearia06:00 Palma
3h30
09:30 Formentera (Island)0 changesdirect
balearia06:01 Palma
4h59
11:00 Formentera (Island)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Palma to Formentera (Island)

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Ferries from Palma to Formentera (Island) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £97 if you book in advance.

There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 08:00, the last at 18:02. The fastest ferry covers the 76 nautical miles (142 km) distance in 3h 30m. There are 8 sailings per week. Ferries from Palma to Formentera (Island) 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.
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Balearia
Trasmed GLE
Distance
76 nautical miles (142 km)
Average sailing duration
3h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
£97
Ferries per day
2
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
8
Fastest ferry
3h 30m
First ferry
08:00
Last ferry
18:02
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

Ferry operators: Balearia, Trasmed GLE from Palma to Formentera (Island)You can travel by ferry between Palma to Formentera (Island) with Balearia, Trasmed GLE for as low as £97. 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
3h 30m
Cheapest Price
£97
Balearia frequency
2 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

Trasmed GLE

About
Trasmed GLE is a Spanish ferry company that operates ferries in the Mediterranean Sea. They offer regular services to the Balearic Islands, the Canary Islands, and North Africa. The GLE ferries are part of their fleet, and they offer amenities such as cabins, restaurants, and lounges for passengers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13h 15m
Cheapest Price
£75
Trasmed GLE frequency
23 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24h before departure with fees
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant and cafeteria available
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible areas and adapted facilities available
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers, dogs must be leashed and muzzled
Cabin reservation
Cabins available for overnight routes
Car on board

FAQs: Palma to Formentera (Island) ferries

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

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Palma to Formentera can start from as little as £95 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Palma to Formentera is £111; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Palma to Formentera ferry travel time is 3 h 30 min   for the 87 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Palma to Formentera leaves at 06: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Palma to Formentera leaves at 07: 00.
Take the Palma to Formentera ferry with Balearia or Trasmed GLE. However, it's always good to check out all possible ferry operators for the journey to Formentera from Palma as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Palma de Mallorca, which is located around 2.7 miles (4.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Formentera, located 3.8 miles (6.1 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Formentera from Palma is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Palma to Formentera by ferry is May.
Yes, you can take a ferry to Formentera from Palma.

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Important Stations and Airports in Palma and Formentera (Island)

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Formentera
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
carConnection
Car connection
PM-820-1
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurante La Savina (0.2km)
  • Cafe del Lago (0.3km)
  • Quimera Restaurant (0.4km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Radio Taxi Formentera and Taxi Formentera.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transport options for Port of Formentera
  • Bus Line L1, Port Stop

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